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Corgi 47307 1:144 Avro Lancaster B.Mk III RAF No.9 Sqn RAF Salbani India 1946

Sale price£24.00 GBP
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Limited edition 2186 of 3000 worldwide

Condition summary

Model condition
Excellent (8/10)
Box condition
Very Good (7/10)
Completeness
The model is in excellent condition overall and comes complete.
  • The model is in excellent condition overall and comes complete.
Full condition notes

Model condition

  • The model is in excellent condition overall and comes complete.
  • Some marks are present, as highlighted with red arrows in the images.
  • Most of the noted imperfections are small and do not significantly affect the overall presentation.
  • No breakages are present.

Box condition

  • The box is in very good condition for its age, with some wear present.
  • Some flexing is present to the back of the box.

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Description

A distinctive limited-edition 1:144 scale diecast representation of an Avro Lancaster B.Mk III operated by RAF No. 9 Squadron from RAF Salbani in India during 1946. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, model 47307 represents the squadron's brief post-war deployment to the Far East.

During the closing stages of the Second World War, the Royal Air Force began assembling a large bomber formation known as Tiger Force. This force was intended to support the Allied strategic bombing campaign against Japan following the defeat of Germany.

The war ended before Tiger Force could begin offensive operations. No. 9 Squadron nevertheless deployed to RAF Salbani in India during January 1946, several months after the Japanese surrender.

While based in India, the squadron's Lancasters undertook photographic and training duties. The deployment also maintained an RAF heavy-bomber presence in the region during a period of uncertainty and unrest across parts of the former wartime theatre.

The Avro Lancaster had become the RAF's principal heavy bomber during the war in Europe. Its long bomb bay, four Merlin engines and adaptable airframe allowed it to carry conventional bombs as well as exceptionally large specialist weapons.

Limited to 3,000 pieces worldwide, this Corgi model features extensive diecast construction, transparent cockpit and turret glazing, detailed defensive gun positions, four rotating propellers, removable landing gear and the original Aviation Archive presentation display stand.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: 47307

Aircraft: Avro Lancaster B.Mk III

Unit: Royal Air Force No. 9 Squadron

Associated Formation: Tiger Force

Role: Heavy bomber and post-war photographic aircraft

Theatre / Base: RAF Salbani, India

Date/Period: 1946

Operator / Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom

Scale: 1:144

Limited Edition Size: 3,000 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components

Special Features: Authentic post-war RAF No. 9 Squadron presentation, transparent cockpit and turret glazing, detailed defensive gun positions, four rotating propellers, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 5.75" or 14.6 cm

Width (Wingspan): 8.5" or 21.6 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)

  • The model is in excellent condition overall and comes complete.
  • Some marks are present, as highlighted with red arrows in the images.
  • Most of the noted imperfections are small and do not significantly affect the overall presentation.
  • No breakages are present.

Box condition - Very Good (7/10)

  • The box is in very good condition for its age, with some wear present.
  • Some flexing is present to the back of the box.

Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.

Any imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

Grading

Grading Criteria

Our grading is based mainly on the physical condition of the model itself, including paintwork, attached parts, repairs, visible wear and overall presentation. Box condition and missing separate accessories are noted separately where applicable.


Mint (10/10)
- As new, with no visible flaws to the model itself.


Near Mint (9/10)
- Very light signs of handling, storage or display only.


Excellent (8/10)
- Light wear or a few tiny marks, but still displays very well.


Very Good (7/10)
- Noticeable wear, small chips or rubs, but still presentable as a display piece.


Good (6/10)
- Obvious overall wear, visible marks or paint loss; better suited as a display or filler piece.


Fair (5/10)
- Heavy wear, larger areas of paint loss, repairs or clearly visible flaws.


Spares / Repairs (4/10 or below)
- Significant damage, missing attached parts, broken components or best suited for restoration/spares.


If a separate accessory, stand, leaflet, certificate or optional part is missing, this will be mentioned in the listing notes. The model may still receive a high grade if the model itself remains in strong condition.

For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Condition Grading page.

Shipping

Dispatch & Tracking

Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.

If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.

Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.


UK Delivery

  • Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.

  • Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.

  • Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.


International Delivery

We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.

  • Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.

  • Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.

 

Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.

If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.


Import Duties & Taxes

For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.

Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.

If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.


We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.

Returns

Returns

You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.

Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.

We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.

To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.

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Description

A distinctive limited-edition 1:144 scale diecast representation of an Avro Lancaster B.Mk III operated by RAF No. 9 Squadron from RAF Salbani in India during 1946. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, model 47307 represents the squadron's brief post-war deployment to the Far East.

During the closing stages of the Second World War, the Royal Air Force began assembling a large bomber formation known as Tiger Force. This force was intended to support the Allied strategic bombing campaign against Japan following the defeat of Germany.

The war ended before Tiger Force could begin offensive operations. No. 9 Squadron nevertheless deployed to RAF Salbani in India during January 1946, several months after the Japanese surrender.

While based in India, the squadron's Lancasters undertook photographic and training duties. The deployment also maintained an RAF heavy-bomber presence in the region during a period of uncertainty and unrest across parts of the former wartime theatre.

The Avro Lancaster had become the RAF's principal heavy bomber during the war in Europe. Its long bomb bay, four Merlin engines and adaptable airframe allowed it to carry conventional bombs as well as exceptionally large specialist weapons.

Limited to 3,000 pieces worldwide, this Corgi model features extensive diecast construction, transparent cockpit and turret glazing, detailed defensive gun positions, four rotating propellers, removable landing gear and the original Aviation Archive presentation display stand.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: 47307

Aircraft: Avro Lancaster B.Mk III

Unit: Royal Air Force No. 9 Squadron

Associated Formation: Tiger Force

Role: Heavy bomber and post-war photographic aircraft

Theatre / Base: RAF Salbani, India

Date/Period: 1946

Operator / Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom

Scale: 1:144

Limited Edition Size: 3,000 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components

Special Features: Authentic post-war RAF No. 9 Squadron presentation, transparent cockpit and turret glazing, detailed defensive gun positions, four rotating propellers, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 5.75" or 14.6 cm

Width (Wingspan): 8.5" or 21.6 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)

  • The model is in excellent condition overall and comes complete.
  • Some marks are present, as highlighted with red arrows in the images.
  • Most of the noted imperfections are small and do not significantly affect the overall presentation.
  • No breakages are present.

Box condition - Very Good (7/10)

  • The box is in very good condition for its age, with some wear present.
  • Some flexing is present to the back of the box.

Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.

Any imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

Grading

Grading Criteria

Our grading is based mainly on the physical condition of the model itself, including paintwork, attached parts, repairs, visible wear and overall presentation. Box condition and missing separate accessories are noted separately where applicable.


Mint (10/10)
- As new, with no visible flaws to the model itself.


Near Mint (9/10)
- Very light signs of handling, storage or display only.


Excellent (8/10)
- Light wear or a few tiny marks, but still displays very well.


Very Good (7/10)
- Noticeable wear, small chips or rubs, but still presentable as a display piece.


Good (6/10)
- Obvious overall wear, visible marks or paint loss; better suited as a display or filler piece.


Fair (5/10)
- Heavy wear, larger areas of paint loss, repairs or clearly visible flaws.


Spares / Repairs (4/10 or below)
- Significant damage, missing attached parts, broken components or best suited for restoration/spares.


If a separate accessory, stand, leaflet, certificate or optional part is missing, this will be mentioned in the listing notes. The model may still receive a high grade if the model itself remains in strong condition.

For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Condition Grading page.

Shipping

Dispatch & Tracking

Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.

If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.

Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.


UK Delivery

  • Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.

  • Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.

  • Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.


International Delivery

We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.

  • Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.

  • Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.

 

Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.

If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.


Import Duties & Taxes

For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.

Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.

If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.


We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.

Returns

Returns

You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.

Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.

We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.

To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.