Eduard 11149 EAGLE's CALL 1/48 – Plastic Model Kit of the Spitfire MkVb/MkVc Fighter Aircraft

Eduard 11149 EAGLE's CALL 1/48 is a limited edition, highly detailed plastic model kit depicting the legendary British Spitfire fighter in the MkVb and MkVc variants at 1/48 scale. The model focuses on aircraft flown by American pilots serving both in the Royal Air Force (RAF) and United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) in the European and African theaters during World War II.

History of the Spitfire MkVb/MkVc Aircraft

The Supermarine Spitfire MkVb and MkVc are among the most important variants of the famous British World War II fighter. From 1941 until the end of the war, they were widely used by the Allies, particularly by American pilots joining RAF squadrons before the USA officially entered the fighting in Europe. These series of Spitfires defended the skies over Great Britain, fought in North Africa, over Malta, and in the Pacific, becoming a symbol of the resilient strength of Allied air forces.

• Scale: 1/48
• Operator Country: United Kingdom, United States
• Historical period: World War II (1941–1945)
• Product category: Plastic assembly model kit
• Material: High quality plastic
• Includes: photo-etched parts (PE – precise cockpit and surface details), painting masks, 12 marking (decal) options, precisely crafted parts designed by Eduard
• No resin parts
• Glue and paint not included – to be purchased separately

Advantages and Recommendations

The EAGLE's CALL 1/48 set is intended for demanding modelers who expect authenticity and numerous painting options related to American Spitfire pilots. The addition of photo-etched parts and masks significantly increases the kit’s value, allowing precise cabin, interior detailing and facilitating accurate model painting.

This product is particularly recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers, military aviation enthusiasts of the World War II period, and 1/48 scale model collectors. The build difficulty level is 4/5 – due to the substantial number of details and the requirement for a demanding, professional finish.

Eduard 11149 EAGLE's CALL 1/48 is a unique set for collectors and aviation history enthusiasts wishing to build an accurate replica of the Spitfires flown by American pilots during World War II.