Airfix 1/72 Supermarine Spitfire Mk Vc A02108A

The Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Vc was a British fighter aircraft used during World War II. It was introduced in 1941 as an improved version of the earlier Spitfire models, and it was widely used by the Royal Air Force and other Allied forces throughout the war. The Spitfire Mk.Vc was known for its exceptional speed, maneuverability, and firepower. It was equipped with a powerful Rolls-Royce Merlin engine and was capable of reaching speeds of up to 375 mph. Its armament included two 20mm Hispano cannon and four .303 Browning machine guns. One of the Spitfire Mk.Vc's most significant contributions to the war effort was its role in the defense of Malta. The island was heavily bombed by Axis forces, but the Spitfires were able to successfully defend it and prevent the Axis from taking control. Overall, the Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Vc was a highly effective and innovative fighter aircraft that played a critical role in the defense of Britain and in many key battles of World War II. Its exceptional performance and reliability made it one of the most famous and revered aircraft of the war.