{"product_id":"corgi-47506-1-144-lockheed-vc-121b-constellation-usaf-0-80608-dewdrop","title":"Corgi 47506 1:144 Lockheed VC-121B Constellation USAF 0-80608 Dewdrop","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA substantial 1:144 scale diecast representation of United States Air Force Lockheed VC-121B Constellation 48-608, carrying the service marking 0-80608.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as an early issue within the Corgi Aviation Archive range, model 47506 recreates the elegant four-engine military transport historically known as “Dewdrop”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lockheed Constellation was originally developed as a fast, long-range passenger aircraft. Its distinctive dolphin-shaped fuselage, triple-fin tail and graceful wing design made it one of the most recognisable transport aircraft of the post-war era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMilitary versions of the Constellation were adopted by the United States Air Force for passenger transport, cargo operations, VIP travel and specialist duties. The VC-121 designation was applied to aircraft equipped for transporting senior military personnel and other important passengers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAircraft 48-608 was constructed as a military Constellation and carried the later visible service marking 0-80608. Historical records associate the aircraft with the name “Dewdrop”, although the original Corgi presentation primarily identifies it as a United States Air Force Constellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model recreates the polished natural-metal finish associated with early USAF transport aircraft, together with American national insignia, USAF titles and the aircraft's individual identification markings. The four radial engines, triple tail and long curved fuselage capture the unmistakable appearance of the real aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis early Corgi Aviation Archive release features extensive diecast construction, fine printed surface markings, four rotating propellers, clear cockpit glazing, removable landing gear and the original multi-position presentation display stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFact Sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corgi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aviation Archive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47506\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lockheed VC-121B Constellation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSAF Serial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48-608\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplayed Marking:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0-80608\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Aircraft Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dewdrop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States Air Force \/ United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e VIP and military transport aircraft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:144\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e First-issue Aviation Archive release\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic USAF natural-metal finish, aircraft marking 0-80608, distinctive triple-fin tail, clear cockpit glazing, four rotating propellers, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 8\" or 20.3 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10.25\" or 26 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Near Mint (9\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe model is in near mint condition overall and comes complete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome minor small marks are present on the silver paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is quite common for silver paint of this age and appears unlikely to be handling related.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Excellent (8\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe box is in excellent condition for its age, with some shelf wear present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAny 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.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Corgi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57772206653822,"sku":null,"price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_5352.jpg?v=1785498110","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-47506-1-144-lockheed-vc-121b-constellation-usaf-0-80608-dewdrop","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}