Kovozavody Prostejov KPM0290 Spitfire PR. Mk.X 1/72 – Plastic model kit

The Kovozavody Prostejov KPM0290 Spitfire PR. Mk.X in 1/72 scale is a faithful miniature of one of the most iconic reconnaissance aircraft of World War II – the British Supermarine Spitfire PR. Mk.X. The PR version (Photo Reconnaissance) was adapted for long-range reconnaissance missions and differed from fighter Spitfires chiefly by lacking armament and featuring additional fuel tanks and photographic equipment.

The Spitfire PR Mk.X was created for fast, undetectable penetration of enemy airspace, equipped with the Merlin 61 engine and extended wings. It was used mainly by the Royal Air Force (RAF) in 1943-1944, tasked with photographic documentation of strategic sites and troop movements in occupied Europe. Aircraft of this version carried out missions of immense tactical significance, for example, in preparation for the Normandy landings.

• Scale: 1/72
• User country: United Kingdom, RAF
• Period of use: World War II, mainly 1943-1944
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Type: plastic model kit (the set does not include glue or paints)
• Extras: photo-etched parts – cockpit panel and pilot belts

The model features precise detail reproduction, including the shape of the fuselage, landing gear, and the distinctive photo-reconnaissance cockpit details. Kovozavody Prostejov ensured crisp panel lines, good part fit, and sophisticated interior detailing. The kit is perfect both for intermediate modelers and experienced enthusiasts who want to create atmospheric paintwork according to historical RAF schemes.

We especially recommend this kit to aviation history enthusiasts, modelers interested in reconnaissance aircraft, and those building a World War II aircraft collection. The relatively moderate level of difficulty – level 3/5 – makes it suitable as a next step after classic fighter models.

Kovozavody Prostejov KPM0290 Spitfire PR. Mk.X 1/72 is an excellent choice for all who value historical accuracy, high manufacturing quality, and unique versions of classic World War II aircraft in a compact 1/72 scale.