Brand new 1/72 scale diecast airplane model of the Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk IXe Fighter Aircraft "TE565, 10th (Czech) Fighter Squadron, RAF Manston" of the Royal Air Force by Oxford Diecast, featuring true-to-scale proportions and a highly detailed exterior. Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts for durability and a heavy, realistic feel, the model showcases realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and finely rendered surface details for an authentic representation. It comes with a display stand, is presented in the manufacturer's original unopened packaging, and does not have any opening parts. Dimensions are approximately L-5 inches, W-6 inches, and H-1.25 inches. The Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk IXe TE565 served with the Royal Air Force's 310th (Czech) Fighter Squadron during the final phase of World War II, carrying the squadron code NN-N. The Mk IXe variant, powered by the Merlin 66 engine and fitted with the E-type wing, was developed to counter the Focke-Wulf Fw 1