Supermarine Spitfire
Technical Information

Background
Outstanding British design and probably the most famous British fighter of World War II. Very manuverable, but had a short range. Used by Commonwealth units in limited numbers, and the RAF in the Pacific.

RAAF Spitfire units in the Pacific: 79, 452 and 457 Squadrons.
Three RAF Squadrons under RAAF control in the Pacific: 54, 548 and 549 Squadrons.

Technical Details
Crew  One (pilot)
Engine  1,030 hp Rolls-Royce Merlin II
Span  11.23m
Length  9.12m
Height  3.86m
Maximum Speed 571 km/h
Range  805 km
Armament  8 x .303 Caliber machine gun