A relatively small number of Spitfires were converted into Night Fighters, by painting them dark all-over and adding additional lights, some of which could be operated by the pilot for Morse-code signalling. Night Fighters were especially useful in bringing down Heinkel 111 bombers, until the Luftwaffe changed its tactics.
And there is my 1:72 diecast model of a Night Fighter Spitfire!
There's a bit more on the Night Fighter here, if you're interested. Plus, I managed to find a photo of the actual aircraft that the model is based on!
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