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product_id: 66492937
title: "Airfix A01071B Supermarine Spitfire Mkia 1:72 Model Building Kit (36 Piece), Multicolor"
brand: "airfix"
price: "A$43"
currency: AUD
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reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/66492937-airfix-a01071b-supermarine-spitfire-mkia-1-72-model-building-kit
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# custom paint-ready 36 detailed parts 1:72 scale precision Airfix A01071B Supermarine Spitfire Mkia 1:72 Model Building Kit (36 Piece), Multicolor

**Brand:** airfix
**Price:** A$43
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> ✈️ Own a piece of history — build the Spitfire that defined an era!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Airfix A01071B Supermarine Spitfire Mkia 1:72 Model Building Kit (36 Piece), Multicolor by airfix
- **How much does it cost?** A$43 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/66492937-airfix-a01071b-supermarine-spitfire-mkia-1-72-model-building-kit)

## Best For

- airfix enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted airfix brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Customizable Finish:** Paint and glue your way to perfection with recommended Humbrol colors for authentic realism.
- • **Flexible Assembly Options:** Choose landing gear up or down, plus a pilot figure to bring your model to life.
- • **Beginner-Friendly Yet Detailed:** 36 parts with recessed panel lines and decals make it ideal for both new and seasoned modelers.
- • **Iconic WWII Legend in Your Hands:** Build the legendary Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Ia, a true aviation icon of 1940.
- • **Perfect Scale for Display & Detail:** 1:72 scale offers a stunning balance of size and intricate detail for your desk or shelf.

## Overview

The Airfix Supermarine Spitfire MkIa 1:72 model kit features 36 precision plastic parts to recreate the iconic WWII fighter. Designed for both beginners and experienced modelers, it includes detailed cockpit elements, decals, and options for landing gear positioning. Paint and glue are sold separately, allowing for a fully customizable, authentic finish. This compact yet detailed kit is perfect for collectors and hobbyists eager to capture a legendary aircraft in miniature form.

## Description

The first production Spitfire Mk.I was delivered to RAF no.19 Squadron at duxford on 4th August 1938 and heralded the arrival of a future aviation icon. With various upgraded marks of this classic fighter serving throughout WWII, the Spitfire is arguably the most famous fighter aircraft to ever take to the skies.

Review: Fantastic Spitfire Mk 1 kit! - This Airfix 1/72 Spitfire Mk-1 is a really a fine kit of the most iconic aircraft of WWII. The model has recessed panel lines, a nicely detailed cockpit, choice of landing gear up or down, a pilot figure, great clear parts, and beautiful decals. A great kit if you are new to modeling, or if you are an experienced modeler looking for a nice easy and fun model to build. The parts fit is very good- the fuselage will fit together better if you remove the locating pins and. carefully glue the halves together a section at a time. This will save you from a lot of putty work and sanding. A real winner and a great bargain, highly recommended!
Review: Great kit! - This is a great kit to build. Parts went together without a fuss. You'll have to purchase paints and glue separately for this build. However there is a starter set available if you can find one. This is would be a great beginner model. It is small and does have small parts. You can leave the small parts off and still have a great looking model. I definitely recommend this kit.

## Features

- 1: 72nd scale WWII military aircraft plastic model kits
- Skill level: 1 number of parts: 36
- Scheme: supermarine Spitfire Mk.Ia N3290 gr-u 92 squadron 1940
- Humbrol paints needed silver #11, trainer yellow #24, dark earth #29, black #33, white #34, Gunmetal #53 which are also listed on the outside of the box.
- Construction and painting required: yes, glue and paints need to be purchased separately

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B078Y7G6TN |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Art Craft Kit Type | Model Building, Military Aircraft |
| Brand | Airfix |
| Color | Multi |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,855) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 05055286649660 |
| Included Components | Model Kit |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 2.39 ounces |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 9.5 x 2 x 5 inches |
| Item model number | A01071B |
| Manufacturer | Hornby America Inc |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 8 months - 8 years |
| Material | Plastic |
| Model Name | Supermarine Spitfire MkIa 1:72 |
| Number of Pieces | 36 |
| Paint Type | Plastic model paint |
| Product Dimensions | 9.5 x 2 x 5 inches |
| Release date | July 20, 2018 |
| Seasons | All Seasons |
| Set Name | A01071B |
| Size | 1:72 Scale |
| Special Feature | Suitable for both beginners and experienced modelers; includes sprues and decals for added detail and customization |
| Style | Supermarine Spitfire Mk.1a |
| Theme | Military |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Brand:** Airfix
- **Color:** Multi
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 9.5 x 2 x 5 inches
- **Theme:** Military

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: I am new to this. what else might i need to finish this model? paint or glue? any advice would be great. thanks.**
A: You want to get a pair of sprue cutters and model sand paper. It is a nice little kit and goes together very well .. little fuss.

**Q: What types of glue might work with the kit?**
A: Hi, cyanoacrylate adhesives/glues work fine. Revell, Tamiya and other are ok.

**Q: Is this plane prepainted?**
A: hi I'm sorry it took me so long to answer your question but the model is not pre painted it's up there plastic you have nowhere to go to Painted you can get offended by hand oh by spray gun I paid mine either or sometimes I like the pain in my hand with acrylic paint they work a lot better I the thinner if you cared about the thinner as too much to do this 1 water a little bit of dishwasher soap like Dawn that's the best one or you could do the same thing water delivery water but they wait to 10 drops of dishwashing soap shake it and then you could use it as a thinner and also to you add 1/4 of say you have a bottle you got one quoted about it with alcohol 91% is better the rest of the water then 67 drives a more of a dishwashing soap hey what's good with a acrylic paints sometimes you could just use just water and soap for dinner but you want that clean it real good alcohol rubbing alcohol that you buy the stores that I got. A 50 you could buy that maybe the best way if you have anymore questions go ahead and drop a question by I have the model of my hand and call me anytime thank you very much Rafael Gonzales

**Q: I'm looking for a first model for the under 8 age range. Is this a good one to start with or is there a different one I should look at?**
A: If an adult is helping and supervising building the model kit it should be fine. If not helping and supervising I would recommend snap together model kits. there is a wide range of these kits from aircraft,cars,tanks, and a few ships. This is a good first step into actual gluing together and painting kits. There is also a wide range of acrylic water based paints and less toxic model glues.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic Spitfire Mk 1 kit!
*by L***A on September 10, 2023*

This Airfix 1/72 Spitfire Mk-1 is a really a fine kit of the most iconic aircraft of WWII. The model has recessed panel lines, a nicely detailed cockpit, choice of landing gear up or down, a pilot figure, great clear parts, and beautiful decals. A great kit if you are new to modeling, or if you are an experienced modeler looking for a nice easy and fun model to build. The parts fit is very good- the fuselage will fit together better if you remove the locating pins and. carefully glue the halves together a section at a time. This will save you from a lot of putty work and sanding. A real winner and a great bargain, highly recommended!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great kit!
*by J***N on February 18, 2024*

This is a great kit to build. Parts went together without a fuss. You'll have to purchase paints and glue separately for this build. However there is a starter set available if you can find one. This is would be a great beginner model. It is small and does have small parts. You can leave the small parts off and still have a great looking model. I definitely recommend this kit.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ More complicated
*by A***R on January 5, 2025*

More complicated than expected but nice.

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