MK IB Typhoon Model Plane Kit

The Typhoon IB, known as the “Tiffy”, distinguished itself in the Battle of Normandy destroying 137 tanks & opening the way for the liberation of France & Belgium. No. 56 & 609 squadrons based at Duxford received their first Typhoons in 1941. In 1942 No. 609 squadron moved to Manston surpassed the Spitfires at intercepting Fw 190s. Typhoons destroyed the first two Me 210s over the British Isles. Maximum speed of 417 MPH at 20,000 feet was obtained in 7.6 minutes. Its true element was with eight 3” rockets & four 20mm cannon. Wing Span: 18" / Scale: 1/28 / For Ages 14+