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Airfix

Airfix Supermarine Seafire F.XVII 1/48 Level 3 Kit 134 Parts

SKU CH-YYWT-TXR9K

A 1/48 scale Supermarine Seafire F.XVII fighter kit with 134 parts, three decal schemes and an assembled size of 8.25 by 9.25 inches

  • Product typeAirplane
  • Suitable forUnisex
  • Age groupAdult
  • Authentic 1/48 scale Supermarine Seafire F.XVII replica
  • 134 precision-moulded parts capture airframe detail
  • Three decal schemes included for historical accuracy
  • Level 3 complexity rewards experienced modellers
  • Assembled model measures 8.25 by 9.25 inches

Scale model kit for hobbyists

This Airfix kit reproduces the Supermarine Seafire F.XVII in 1/48 scale with 134 injection-moulded parts. It is aimed at adult modellers who enjoy assembling and finishing a detailed historical aircraft from a vintage-style box. The officially licensed product arrives in the manufacturer's original unopened packaging.

Practical limits of the plastic kit format

Assembly requires separate plastic cement and paint, neither of which is included in the box. The completed model measures approximately 8.25 by 9.25 inches, so display space must accommodate that footprint without a dedicated stand. Decals provide three scheme options, but only one can be applied per build.

Build quality and daily implications

Parts are moulded in light grey plastic and feature true-to-scale surface detail that responds well to standard modelling techniques. The absence of a display stand means the finished aircraft rests directly on its landing gear or a separately sourced base. Vintage-style packaging protects the sprues but offers no long-term storage for the assembled model.

How it compares

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Price $43.99
Pricier than about 65% of the 5,802 comparable items (median $29.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameAirfix
Product typeAirplane
More details
Suitable forUnisex
Age groupAdult

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 1/48 scale Seafire or a different scale for my collection?

The 1/48 scale offers a detailed model measuring approximately 8.25 by 9.25 inches when assembled, balancing display presence with manageable shelf space.

How much detail can I expect from the 134 parts once assembled?

The 134 parts provide true-to-scale detail for the Supermarine Seafire F.XVII, including panel lines and cockpit features typical of a Level 3 kit.

What does the Level 3 rating mean for the building experience?

Level 3 indicates an intermediate build requiring modelling experience; paint and cement are needed but not included in the box.

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