Hobby Master HA7601 1:48 Supermarine Spitfire PR.Mk XIX RAF No.541 Sqn 1944
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A beautifully crafted 1:48 scale diecast model replicating a dedicated late-war photographic reconnaissance platform. This collectible by Hobby Master (HA7601) represents the Supermarine Spitfire PR.Mk XIX serving with RAF No.541 Squadron out of RAF Benson in Oxfordshire, England. Formed in October 1942, No.541 Squadron utilized the specialized PR XIX variant to conduct critical high-altitude reconnaissance missions over mainland Europe until the end of World War II. By late 1944, this specific aircraft wore its June 6th D-Day invasion identification stripes painted on the fuselage only. Although the squadron briefly disbanded in October 1946, it reformed in November 1947 and continued utilizing the PR XIX for photographic reconnaissance and survey assignments until December 1950, when the type was officially replaced by jet-powered Meteors. Originally designed by R.J. Mitchell to meet a British Air Ministry specification, the Spitfire first flew on March 5, 1936, evolving across 40 major variants to become an unrivaled symbol of wartime victory built in greater numbers than any other British aircraft of its time.
Part of Hobby Master's Air Power Series, this 1:48 scale late-model Spitfire is engineered as a top-quality, highly authentic replica. The airframe is fitted with a standard Malcolm hood canopy that is fully removable, providing a completely clear view of the interior pilot seat and a detailed instrument panel complete with pad-printed gauges. Key engineering highlights feature an all-metal five-bladed propeller assembly that spins freely, alongside fully functional, movable rudder and elevator control surfaces. The near-solid metal wing structure is designed with hinged metal main landing gear components featuring integrated metal gear doors, complemented by detailed under-wing radiator ducts that clearly showcase internal core details from both the front and the back.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Hobby Master
Series: Air Power Series
Model code: HA7601
Aircraft: Supermarine Spitfire PR.Mk XIX (Photographic Reconnaissance)
Unit: RAF No.541 Squadron (No.541 Sqn)
Livery Theme: Fuselage-Only Late 1944 D-Day Invasion Stripes
Location: RAF Benson, Oxfordshire, England
Date/Period: Late 1944
Scale: 1:48
Material: Diecast Metal with Plastic Parts
Special Features: Authentic 541 Sqn fuselage-only D-Day stripes, removable standard Malcolm hood canopy, pad-printed cockpit instrument gauges, free-spinning all-metal five-bladed propeller, movable rudder and elevators, hinged metal main gear with integrated doors, radiator ducts with visible front/back inner core details
Model Dimensions
Length: 8.25" or 21 cm
Width (Wingspan): 9.25" or 23.5 cm
Model Condition - Near Mint (9/10)
- Model is in near mint condition overall.
- Small mark present to the topside of the engine cover.
- Light paint rub present to the leading edge of the wings from the blister packaging.
Box condition - Very Good (7/10)
- Box is in very good condition overall, with shelf wear present to the edges.
- Box remains structurally sound.
Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.
Any imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.
This model has sold. Its condition details have been removed because they described the specific item that was available. If another example becomes available, it will be inspected and listed with its own condition details and photographs.
Grading Criteria
Our grading is based mainly on the physical condition of the model itself, including paintwork, attached parts, repairs, visible wear and overall presentation. Box condition and missing separate accessories are noted separately where applicable.
Mint (10/10)
- As new, with no visible flaws to the model itself.
Near Mint (9/10)
- Very light signs of handling, storage or display only.
Excellent (8/10)
- Light wear or a few tiny marks, but still displays very well.
Very Good (7/10)
- Noticeable wear, small chips or rubs, but still presentable as a display piece.
Good (6/10)
- Obvious overall wear, visible marks or paint loss; better suited as a display or filler piece.
Fair (5/10)
- Heavy wear, larger areas of paint loss, repairs or clearly visible flaws.
Spares / Repairs (4/10 or below)
- Significant damage, missing attached parts, broken components or best suited for restoration/spares.
If a separate accessory, stand, leaflet, certificate or optional part is missing, this will be mentioned in the listing notes. The model may still receive a high grade if the model itself remains in strong condition.
For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Condition Grading page.
Dispatch & Tracking
Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.
If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.
Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.
UK Delivery
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Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.
-
Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.
-
Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.
-
Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.
-
Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.
Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.
If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.
Import Duties & Taxes
For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.
Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.
If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.
We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.
Returns
You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.
Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.
We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.
To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.
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A beautifully crafted 1:48 scale diecast model replicating a dedicated late-war photographic reconnaissance platform. This collectible by Hobby Master (HA7601) represents the Supermarine Spitfire PR.Mk XIX serving with RAF No.541 Squadron out of RAF Benson in Oxfordshire, England. Formed in October 1942, No.541 Squadron utilized the specialized PR XIX variant to conduct critical high-altitude reconnaissance missions over mainland Europe until the end of World War II. By late 1944, this specific aircraft wore its June 6th D-Day invasion identification stripes painted on the fuselage only. Although the squadron briefly disbanded in October 1946, it reformed in November 1947 and continued utilizing the PR XIX for photographic reconnaissance and survey assignments until December 1950, when the type was officially replaced by jet-powered Meteors. Originally designed by R.J. Mitchell to meet a British Air Ministry specification, the Spitfire first flew on March 5, 1936, evolving across 40 major variants to become an unrivaled symbol of wartime victory built in greater numbers than any other British aircraft of its time.
Part of Hobby Master's Air Power Series, this 1:48 scale late-model Spitfire is engineered as a top-quality, highly authentic replica. The airframe is fitted with a standard Malcolm hood canopy that is fully removable, providing a completely clear view of the interior pilot seat and a detailed instrument panel complete with pad-printed gauges. Key engineering highlights feature an all-metal five-bladed propeller assembly that spins freely, alongside fully functional, movable rudder and elevator control surfaces. The near-solid metal wing structure is designed with hinged metal main landing gear components featuring integrated metal gear doors, complemented by detailed under-wing radiator ducts that clearly showcase internal core details from both the front and the back.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Hobby Master
Series: Air Power Series
Model code: HA7601
Aircraft: Supermarine Spitfire PR.Mk XIX (Photographic Reconnaissance)
Unit: RAF No.541 Squadron (No.541 Sqn)
Livery Theme: Fuselage-Only Late 1944 D-Day Invasion Stripes
Location: RAF Benson, Oxfordshire, England
Date/Period: Late 1944
Scale: 1:48
Material: Diecast Metal with Plastic Parts
Special Features: Authentic 541 Sqn fuselage-only D-Day stripes, removable standard Malcolm hood canopy, pad-printed cockpit instrument gauges, free-spinning all-metal five-bladed propeller, movable rudder and elevators, hinged metal main gear with integrated doors, radiator ducts with visible front/back inner core details
Model Dimensions
Length: 8.25" or 21 cm
Width (Wingspan): 9.25" or 23.5 cm
Model Condition - Near Mint (9/10)
- Model is in near mint condition overall.
- Small mark present to the topside of the engine cover.
- Light paint rub present to the leading edge of the wings from the blister packaging.
Box condition - Very Good (7/10)
- Box is in very good condition overall, with shelf wear present to the edges.
- Box remains structurally sound.
Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.
Any imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.
This model has sold. Its condition details have been removed because they described the specific item that was available. If another example becomes available, it will be inspected and listed with its own condition details and photographs.
Grading Criteria
Our grading is based mainly on the physical condition of the model itself, including paintwork, attached parts, repairs, visible wear and overall presentation. Box condition and missing separate accessories are noted separately where applicable.
Mint (10/10)
- As new, with no visible flaws to the model itself.
Near Mint (9/10)
- Very light signs of handling, storage or display only.
Excellent (8/10)
- Light wear or a few tiny marks, but still displays very well.
Very Good (7/10)
- Noticeable wear, small chips or rubs, but still presentable as a display piece.
Good (6/10)
- Obvious overall wear, visible marks or paint loss; better suited as a display or filler piece.
Fair (5/10)
- Heavy wear, larger areas of paint loss, repairs or clearly visible flaws.
Spares / Repairs (4/10 or below)
- Significant damage, missing attached parts, broken components or best suited for restoration/spares.
If a separate accessory, stand, leaflet, certificate or optional part is missing, this will be mentioned in the listing notes. The model may still receive a high grade if the model itself remains in strong condition.
For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Condition Grading page.
Dispatch & Tracking
Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.
If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.
Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.
UK Delivery
-
Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.
-
Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.
-
Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.
-
Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.
-
Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.
Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.
If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.
Import Duties & Taxes
For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.
Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.
If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.
We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.
Returns
You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.
Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.
We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.
To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.
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