Originally posted by Squire
I would like to see the VIII, but HTC isnt going to model everything, so, I think its probably a choice, thats my only point. Would I like to see it? hell yes.
Btw I think the XVI (Packard Merlin 266) was October 44 or so before it saw action. 1945 in large #s, mainly as a fighter-bomber.
Yup but considering the LF IXe and the XVI were almost identical, I'd lose the XVI in favour of -
LF IXe - Merlin 66, 150 grade fuel and 25lbs boost.
Mk VIII - Merlin 66.
Pros - Only requires one completely new model.
Cons - No way we're getting a 350mph+ Spit until the powers that be realise how porked the RAF frontline is between 1942-44.
Considering very nearly half the fuel available to the RAF in 1944 was 150 grade I dont think i'ts asking too much.
Karnak - Sorry missed it earlier, why would any Spit after a Merlin 61 be perked? A Merlin 61 Spit is hardly a fair representation of the Mk IX series. Or was it sarcasm and I missed it?
