Saturday, December 3, 2011
Z8RC Clipped Wing Spitfire Mk LFIXe
This easy Z8RC exclusive mod to turn your Parkzone Spitfire Mk IX into a Mk LFIXe yields a significant performance increase. Top speed, roll rate and stall stability are improved. I'll be mod'ing the rudder profile soon.
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