Eduard 11172 SPITFIRE STORY: MALTA DUAL COMBO Limited Edition 1/48

Eduard 11172 SPITFIRE STORY: MALTA DUAL COMBO Limited Edition 1/48 is a unique model kit depicting the legendary British Supermarine Spitfire fighter, which played a key role during World War II, especially in the Malta campaign. The 1/48 scale model is dedicated to aviation history enthusiasts and advanced modelers.

• Scale: 1/48
• Operator Country: United Kingdom (RAF), also used by Poles and Allied air forces
• Period of Use: World War II, especially the years 1940–1945; the set focuses on operations in Malta 1942–1943
• Category: Plastic assembly model kit
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene); the set includes photo-etched details and masks for canopy painting
• "Dual Combo" set – allows the construction of two complete Spitfire fighter models from the Malta campaign

The Eduard 11172 set allows you to faithfully recreate the Supermarine Spitfires operating from Malta—a strategic island that, during World War II, was a key battleground in the Mediterranean. Its defense went down in history as one of the most important aviation episodes of the conflict. The Spitfires delivered there effectively supported RAF operations against the Axis, fighting both the Luftwaffe and Regia Aeronautica. The unique set of paint schemes and markings allows you to create various historically accurate machine variants that took part in actual combat missions over Malta.

Inside the box, you will find precisely reproduced plastic parts, photo-etched elements to enhance detailed realism (e.g., cockpit, seatbelts, small structural components), as well as high-quality decals with markings for RAF squadrons operating from Malta. The set also includes masks that make precise canopy painting easier, which will be appreciated by modelers seeking a professional finish.

We rate the model's difficulty at 4/5—recommended for intermediate and experienced modelers, especially World War II aviation history enthusiasts and modelers who value authenticity and a wide range of details. Eduard is a manufacturer known for high-quality injection molds and rich limited editions, and this kit is an excellent example of that.

Eduard 11172 SPITFIRE STORY: MALTA DUAL COMBO Limited Edition 1/48 is a must-have for every historical model enthusiast who wishes to expand their collection with an iconic aircraft that fought in some of the most challenging conditions of World War II!