Airfix A05126B Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I 1:48 Model Kit

Model: Airfix A05126B Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I is a 1:48-scale plastic aircraft kit with 149 parts and a stated Skill Level 2. It is supplied unpainted, and the listing says paint and glue are required but not included, so budget for those separately.

At a glance

The listing describes a 1:48-scale Spitfire Mk.I with 149 parts and decals.
Skill Level 2 is positioned between the listing's beginner and more experienced modeller levels.
The plastic kit is unpainted. The listing states that paint and glue needed for assembly are not included.

Price

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Reference price: ~~£28.79~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The 1:48 scale and 149-part count offer a substantial assembly project compared with a small, simple build.
Decals are listed as part of the model set.
A stated Skill Level 2 may suit builders seeking more involvement than a beginner-level kit.

Cons

Paint and glue required for assembly are not included, adding separate supplies to the build.

Technical specifications

11 specifications

Identity
Brand	Airfix
Model	A05126B
Aircraft subject	Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I
Scale	1:48

Kit and assembly
Parts	149 parts
Skill level	Skill Level 2 (where 1 is for the beginner and 4 is for the more experienced modeller)
Material	Plastic
Colour	un-painted
Paint type	Paintless

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	36 x 6 x 18.3 centimetres
Weight listed	0.35 Grams

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The title says the kit is for ages 8+, while the age-range detail says Teen. Dimensions appear as 36 x 6 x 18.3 centimetres in one field and 23.2 cm x 19.2 cm x 6.29 cm in another, and listed piece-count details also differ: the feature text says 149 parts while another detail says 1. Confirm the age guidance, dimensions and contents for the selected listing. The listed weight is 0.35 Grams, which may warrant checking before relying on it.

What’s in the box

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Who is it for?

A good fit for

Model builders interested in assembling a 1:48-scale Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I.
Buyers who already have, or are prepared to obtain, model paint and glue separately.
Builders looking for a kit described as Skill Level 2.

Less suited to

Anyone seeking a ready-painted model or a kit with paint and glue included.
Buyers who require confirmed age guidance, package dimensions or weight before purchase.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

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The available aggregate rating is entirely five-star, but it comes from a small number of ratings and there is no written feedback to explain what customers liked. Treat it as a limited signal rather than evidence about build quality or ease. The listing's stated Skill Level 2 and 149 parts suggest a hands-on build, while paint and glue must be obtained separately.

Frequently asked questions

Does the kit include paint and glue?

No. The listing states that paint and glue required for assembly are not included.

What scale and part count are stated?

The title and feature text specify a 1:48-scale model with 149 parts. Another detail field lists the number of pieces as 1, so verify the selected listing if the count is important.

What skill level is the model?

It is listed as Skill Level 2, with the scale described as running from 1 for beginners to 4 for more experienced modellers.

What age is the kit intended for?

The title says ages 8+, but the age-range detail says Teen. The listing is inconsistent, so check the age guidance before buying.