{"product_id":"corgi-48105-1-144-boeing-377-stratocruiser-boac-g-alsd-cassiopeia","title":"Corgi 48105 1:144 Boeing 377 Stratocruiser BOAC G-ALSD Cassiopeia","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn impressive 1:144 scale diecast representation of Boeing 377 Stratocruiser G-ALSD “Cassiopeia”, operated by the British Overseas Airways Corporation on prestigious transatlantic services.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released within Corgi's Aviation Archive Classic Propliners range, model 48105 recreates one of the most luxurious British-operated passenger aircraft of the early post-war period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eG-ALSD was delivered to BOAC during December 1949 and received the name “Cassiopeia”. The aircraft was used primarily on long-distance routes, including services linking London and New York, at a time when an Atlantic crossing by air was still regarded as a prestigious and expensive experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe model reproduces BOAC's polished natural-metal finish with a white upper fuselage, dark blue cheatlines and prominent airline titles. The registration G-ALSD and the aircraft's correctly spelled Cassiopeia name distinguish this particular Stratocruiser from the other aircraft in BOAC's fleet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped from the Boeing C-97 Stratofreighter, the Boeing 377 combined a large pressurised passenger cabin with a distinctive lower-deck lounge. Sleeping berths, dressing rooms and a comparatively spacious interior helped establish the aircraft as one of the most sophisticated airliners of its era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBOAC used its Stratocruisers on transatlantic and other long-range services throughout the 1950s. Although popular with passengers, the aircraft's powerful radial engines and complicated propeller systems required considerable maintenance, and the type was gradually replaced as more economical jet airliners entered service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Corgi release features extensive diecast construction, authentic BOAC and G-ALSD markings, clear cockpit glazing and pad-printed cabin windows. Further features include four rotating propellers, removable landing gear and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation display stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\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 \/ Classic Propliners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48105\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boeing 377 Stratocruiser\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegistration:\u003c\/strong\u003e G-ALSD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cassiopeia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAirline:\u003c\/strong\u003e British Overseas Airways Corporation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luxury long-range passenger airliner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssociated Route:\u003c\/strong\u003e London to New York transatlantic services\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1950s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e BOAC \/ United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:144\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited-edition Classic Propliners 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 BOAC G-ALSD Cassiopeia markings, polished natural-metal finish, dark blue airline cheatlines, distinctive double-deck fuselage, clear cockpit glazing, pad-printed cabin windows, four rotating propellers, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.25\" or 23.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.75\" or 29.8 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Mint (10\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe model is in mint condition overall and comes complete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Very Good (7\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe box is in very good condition for its age, with some shelf wear present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe plastic inner tray has yellowed with age.\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":57786550976894,"sku":null,"price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_5617.jpg?v=1785763211","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-48105-1-144-boeing-377-stratocruiser-boac-g-alsd-cassiopeia","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}