BUNDLEA63 Spitfire and Meteor 'First Flight' Bundle
Product Info
Celebrate two pivotal moments in British aviation history with this exclusive 1:48 scale model kit bundle, featuring two of the Royal Air Force’s most iconic fighters — the Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I and the Gloster Meteor F.8.
Both aircraft made their maiden flights on the same historic day, seven years apart, marking a rapid and remarkable evolution in aviation technology. The Spitfire, first flown on 5th March 1936 from Eastleigh Aerodrome, Southampton, became one of the most legendary aircraft of the Second World War. Seven years later, on 5th March 1943, the Gloster Meteor took to the skies for the first time from Cranwell, Lincolnshire, ushering in the jet age as Britain’s first operational jet-powered fighter.
This bundle offers model enthusiasts the chance to build and display two incredible aircraft that represent key moments of the aircraft industry. A must-have for aviation history fans and model builders alike.
What's Included
Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Ia
Product code: A05126A
This remarkable 1:48 scale replica of the Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Ia consists of 149 components, providing an engaging project for hobbyists aged 8 and older. Boasting a wingspan of 232mm and intricate detailing, this level 3 kit embodies the legendary interceptor that stood as a symbol of The Few during the Battle of Britain. The kit includes options for two distinct paint finishes, enabling you to depict specific aircraft from Fighter Command's pivotal moments.
Key Features
- 1:48 scale model with 149 plastic components for a detailed build
- Wingspan of 232mm accurately reflects the Spitfire's graceful design
- Skill level 3 kit designed for modellers aged 8 years and up
- Includes two paint options to represent various aircraft
- Highly detailed plastic parts recreate the iconic Mk.Ia version
- World War Two era Fighter Command interceptor
- Faithful representation of the aircraft that protected Britain in 1940
History
By 1940, the Supermarine Spitfire had become the preferred interceptor for Fighter Command. Capable of exceeding speeds of 360mph, it was renowned for its exceptional agility. As an outstanding dog-fighter, the Spitfire Mark I is recognised as a symbol of The Few, crucial to defending the United Kingdom against the previously dominant Luftwaffe. Alongside the Hurricane, it secured its legacy during the Battle of Britain.
BAE SYSTEMS is a registered trade mark of BAE Systems plc.
Individual price: £29.99
- Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)
- 19.2
- Item Height - Without Packaging (cm)
- 6.29
- Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)
- 23.2
- How many pieces will be found in the box opened by the customer?
- 149
- Item Scale
- 1:48 Scale
- License line
- BAE SYSTEMS is a registered trade mark of BAE Systems plc.
- Contents (what's in the box) sets
- sprues & decals
- Finish
- plastic
- Number of Scheme options
- 2
- Skill Level
- 3
- Flying Hours
- 2
- Wingspan (mm)
- 232
Gloster Meteor F.8
Product code: A09182A
This detailed 1:48 scale model of the Gloster Meteor F.8 consists of 165 parts, allowing hobbyists to assemble one of the UK's most pivotal post-war fighter jets. With a skill rating of 3 and a wingspan measuring 236mm, this plastic kit offers a rewarding challenge for modellers aged 8 and up, featuring two paint options.
Key Features
- 165 piece plastic kit in 1:48 scale
- Skill level 3 - ideal for intermediate modellers
- Completed model spans an impressive 236mm
- Includes two genuine paint schemes
- Suitable for ages 8 and older
- Represents a Cold War era fighter aircraft
History
The Gloster Meteor, in many ways, stands as Britain's jet-powered counterpart to the Spitfire, heralding a new generation of fighters that would safeguard British airspace for years after its squadron debut in July 1944.
The F.8 version is often considered the most capable iteration of the Meteor, serving as the mainstay of Britain's fighter defence for five years post-introduction.
With 1,183 units produced, the F.8 was both the last single-seat fighter variant of the Meteor and the most extensively manufactured, arguably marking it as a key British aircraft in the post-war period.
BAE SYSTEMS is a registered trade mark of BAE Systems plc.
Individual price: £49.99
- Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)
- 28.31
- Item Height - Without Packaging (cm)
- 8.25
- Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)
- 23.6
- How many pieces will be found in the box opened by the customer?
- 165
- Item Scale
- 1:48 Scale
- License line
- BAE SYSTEMS is a registered trade mark of BAE Systems plc.
- Contents (what's in the box) sets
- Plastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.
- Finish
- plastic
- Number of Scheme options
- 2
- Skill Level
- 3
- Flying Hours
- 3
- Wingspan (mm)
- 236
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Tech Specs
- Item Scale
- 1:48 Scale