{"product_id":"hobby-master-ha7601-1-48-supermarine-spitfire-pr-mk-xix-raf-no-541-sqn-1944","title":"Hobby Master HA7601 1:48 Supermarine Spitfire PR.Mk XIX RAF No.541 Sqn 1944","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA beautifully crafted 1:48 scale diecast model replicating a dedicated late-war photographic reconnaissance platform.\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFact Sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hobby Master\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air Power Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e HA7601\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supermarine Spitfire PR.Mk XIX (Photographic Reconnaissance)\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e RAF No.541 Squadron (No.541 Sqn)\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLivery Theme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fuselage-Only Late 1944 D-Day Invasion Stripes\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e RAF Benson, Oxfordshire, England\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 1944\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:48\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diecast Metal with Plastic Parts\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.25\" or 21 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.25\" or 23.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Near Mint (9\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel is in near mint condition overall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall mark present to the topside of the engine cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight paint rub present to the leading edge of the wings from the blister packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Very Good (7\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBox is in very good condition overall, with shelf wear present to the edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBox remains structurally sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAny 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.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Hobby Master","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57640743895422,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_3246.jpg?v=1783119912","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/hobby-master-ha7601-1-48-supermarine-spitfire-pr-mk-xix-raf-no-541-sqn-1944","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}