Nachtwulf Posted December 2, 2017 Share Posted December 2, 2017 I have the Eduard dual kit of the Mk. XVI Spitfire and I'm trying to find a set of markings that would allow me to build the bubble top without clipped wings in standard camouflage and during WWII. Did such a beast exist? I have not seen a picture of one yet except for restored examples. Any clarification would be greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troy Smith Posted December 2, 2017 Share Posted December 2, 2017 I think @gingerbob knows more, but IIRC the low back XVI only appeared in 2nd TAF squadrons in feb 45, and as such was in a low level role, so clipped tips were standard. but just because i know it's in @Etiennedup flickr, note sprayed out sky band Spitfire Mk.XVI 1945. by Etienne du Plessis, on Flickr 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingerbob Posted December 2, 2017 Share Posted December 2, 2017 (edited) One possibility that comes to mind is the first RV example, which was tested before the type was released for operational use. I don't know for sure that it had standard tips, but wouldn't be surprised. Of course, it won't have code letters, so would be a bit plain. I'll report back with more information later. I suspect that you'll have trouble finding a wartime service example with full-span tips. bob Edit: TA759 was the first XVI RV I was referring to. I haven't yet been able to tell which tips it had when built. (No aft fuel, by the way, at least initially.) Edited December 2, 2017 by gingerbob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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