The Spitfire Mk VB/trop could be identified by the large Vokes air filter fitted under the nose; the reduced speed of the air to the supercharger had a detrimental effect on the performance of the aircraft, but the decreased performance was considered acceptable. This variant was also fitted with a larger oil tank and desert survival gear behind the pilot's seat. A new "desert" camouflage scheme was applied. Many VB(trop)s were modified by 103 MU (Maintenance Unit-RAF depots in which factory fresh aircraft were brought up to service standards before being delivered to squadrons) at Aboukir, Egypt by replacing the Vokes filter with locally manufactured "Aboukir" filters, which were lighter and more streamlined. Two designs of these filters can be identified in photos: one had a bulky, squared off filter housing while the other was more streamlined. These aircraft were usually fitted with the wide blade Rotol propeller and clipped wings

 

Item No     83206
Item Name     Spitfire MK.Vb/ Trop
Bar Code     6939319232069
Scale     1:32
Item Type     Static kit
Model Dimension     Length: 284mm   Wingspan: 350.3mm
Total Plastic Parts     250+pcs
Total Sprues     9 sprues and  tyres
Camouflage Scheme 1. Spritfire MK Vb/Trop AB502 IR·G 244th Wing Commander Early1943 Ian R Greed
2. Spritfire MK Vb/Trop BR195 AN·T NO.247 Sqn Early1943 Sicily
Photo Etched Parts     1 piece
Released Date     2011-06
More Features Fuselage
-Left and right fuselage moulded w/ authentic details
Engine
-Finely detailed engine.
Interior
-Finely detailed engine accessory compartment,
-Finely detailed cockpit
Wings
- Newly tooled wings accurately represent real ones
- Optional position flaps
PE
-Photo-etched parts for safety belt,interior details
SKU HB83206
Barcode # 6939319232069
Brand HobbyBoss Models
Shipping Weight 0.7000kg
Shipping Width 0.300m
Shipping Height 0.120m
Shipping Length 0.450m
Shipping Cubic 0.016200000m3

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