Merlin engined PR Spitfires were the mainstay of RAF and USAAF single engine aerial reconnaissance forces for the duration of the Second World War. Other types, such as the, Mustang, Hurricane and Typhoon were either replaced with Spitfires as soon as possible or proved unsuitable in the role. This Classic Warbirds covers PR type designations and the interior details of Merlin engined Photo Reconnaissance Spitfires. Photos, maintenance manual illustrations and scale drawings created specifically for this book are used. Additional colour scheme illustrations are included with modellers and aviation enthusiasts in mind. 24 colour photos, 11 colour profiles, 59 black-and-white photos, 100+ diagrams, 1/72nd and 1/48th scale plans. Page size, 245mm by 175mm. Prefect bound.