Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IXc
The Real Aircraft
The Spitfire Mk.IX was the most produced Spitfire variant, developed as an urgent response to the Fw 190. It mated the Spitfire VIII airframe with the powerful two-stage supercharged Merlin 61, restoring RAF air superiority.
Key Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Supermarine
- First Flight: 1942
- Introduction: June 1942
- Type: Single-seat fighter
- Engine: Rolls-Royce Merlin 61/63/66 (1,565-1,720 hp)
- Max Speed: 656 km/h (408 mph)
- Range: 980 km (610 miles) with drop tank
- Armament: 2× 20mm Hispano cannon, 4× .303 Browning (c-wing)
The Mk.IX’s two-stage supercharger gave it exceptional high-altitude performance, making it a match for any German fighter. Over 5,600 were built, and it served on every front from D-Day to the Far East. The c-wing variant combined cannons and machine guns for maximum firepower.
The Simulation
The Flying Iron Simulations Spitfire Mk.IXc is considered the most accurate Spitfire for MSFS.
Features:
- Authentic Merlin 61 Simulation: Two-stage supercharger modeled
- Detailed Systems: Complete warbird systems depth
- Accurate Flight Model: Real Spitfire handling characteristics
- Custom Sound Design: Recorded from real Merlins
- Multiple Liveries: RAF, USAAF, and foreign operators
- Comprehensive Documentation: Period manuals included
- Compatible with MSFS 2020/2024
Developer: Flying Iron Simulations
Developer
Flying Iron Simulations specializes in exceptional warbird recreations.
See Also
- Aeroplane Heaven Spitfire Mk.Ia - Early Spitfire
- Flying Iron Bf 109G-6 - Luftwaffe opponent