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Corgi 48106 1:144 Boeing 377 Stratocruiser Transocean Airlines N404Q

Sale price£15.00 GBP
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Limited edition 904 of 2800 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 surface marks are present on the topside of the fuselage, with a few smaller marks also present on the underside.
  • The model does not appear to have been displayed previously, as the protective tissue showed no signs of wear before it was removed for photography.

Box condition

  • The box is in very good condition overall, with some shelf wear present.

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Description

A rare and substantial 1:144 scale diecast representation of Boeing 377 Stratocruiser N404Q, operated by Transocean Airlines during the closing years of piston-powered transatlantic passenger service. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, model 48106 was produced as a limited edition of only 2,800 pieces worldwide.

Transocean acquired a fleet of former BOAC Stratocruisers for charter and scheduled services. Four aircraft, including N404Q, were placed into transatlantic operation during the late 1950s, linking New York with destinations including Dublin, Shannon and London Gatwick.

N404Q operated several of these demanding North Atlantic flights and concluded Transocean's 1959 programme with a Gatwick to Shannon and New York service. The high cost of operating the large Stratocruisers proved difficult for the airline, and the type's Transocean career remained comparatively brief.

The model recreates N404Q in the company's attractive white, polished natural-metal and yellow colour scheme. Bold TRANSOCEAN AIR LINES lettering runs along the fuselage, while the yellow tail carries the airline's winged globe emblem.

The Boeing 377 combined the military C-97's large fuselage with a specially developed luxury passenger interior. Its pressurised main cabin, lower-deck lounge and sleeping accommodation made it one of the most spacious and distinctive long-distance airliners of the early post-war era.

Limited to 2,800 pieces worldwide, this Corgi release features extensive diecast construction, authentic N404Q markings, clear cockpit glazing and permanently printed cabin windows. Additional features include four rotating propellers, removable landing gear and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation display stand.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series / Classic Propliners

Model code: 48106

Aircraft: Boeing 377 Stratocruiser

Registration: N404Q

Airline: Transocean Airlines

Role: Long-range passenger and charter airliner

Associated Routes: New York, Dublin, Shannon and London Gatwick

Date/Period: Late 1950s

Operator / Country: Transocean Airlines / United States

Scale: 1:144

Limited Edition Size: 2,800 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components

Special Features: Low-run limited edition, authentic Transocean Airlines N404Q markings, white and polished natural-metal finish, yellow airline tail, distinctive double-deck fuselage, clear cockpit glazing, pad-printed cabin windows, four rotating propellers, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 9.25" or 23.5 cm

Width (Wingspan): 11.75" or 29.8 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)

  • The model is in excellent condition overall and comes complete.
  • Some surface marks are present on the topside of the fuselage, with a few smaller marks also present on the underside.
  • The model does not appear to have been displayed previously, as the protective tissue showed no signs of wear before it was removed for photography.

Box condition - Very Good (7/10)

  • The box is in very good condition overall, with some shelf wear present.

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 rare and substantial 1:144 scale diecast representation of Boeing 377 Stratocruiser N404Q, operated by Transocean Airlines during the closing years of piston-powered transatlantic passenger service. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, model 48106 was produced as a limited edition of only 2,800 pieces worldwide.

Transocean acquired a fleet of former BOAC Stratocruisers for charter and scheduled services. Four aircraft, including N404Q, were placed into transatlantic operation during the late 1950s, linking New York with destinations including Dublin, Shannon and London Gatwick.

N404Q operated several of these demanding North Atlantic flights and concluded Transocean's 1959 programme with a Gatwick to Shannon and New York service. The high cost of operating the large Stratocruisers proved difficult for the airline, and the type's Transocean career remained comparatively brief.

The model recreates N404Q in the company's attractive white, polished natural-metal and yellow colour scheme. Bold TRANSOCEAN AIR LINES lettering runs along the fuselage, while the yellow tail carries the airline's winged globe emblem.

The Boeing 377 combined the military C-97's large fuselage with a specially developed luxury passenger interior. Its pressurised main cabin, lower-deck lounge and sleeping accommodation made it one of the most spacious and distinctive long-distance airliners of the early post-war era.

Limited to 2,800 pieces worldwide, this Corgi release features extensive diecast construction, authentic N404Q markings, clear cockpit glazing and permanently printed cabin windows. Additional features include four rotating propellers, removable landing gear and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation display stand.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series / Classic Propliners

Model code: 48106

Aircraft: Boeing 377 Stratocruiser

Registration: N404Q

Airline: Transocean Airlines

Role: Long-range passenger and charter airliner

Associated Routes: New York, Dublin, Shannon and London Gatwick

Date/Period: Late 1950s

Operator / Country: Transocean Airlines / United States

Scale: 1:144

Limited Edition Size: 2,800 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components

Special Features: Low-run limited edition, authentic Transocean Airlines N404Q markings, white and polished natural-metal finish, yellow airline tail, distinctive double-deck fuselage, clear cockpit glazing, pad-printed cabin windows, four rotating propellers, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 9.25" or 23.5 cm

Width (Wingspan): 11.75" or 29.8 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)

  • The model is in excellent condition overall and comes complete.
  • Some surface marks are present on the topside of the fuselage, with a few smaller marks also present on the underside.
  • The model does not appear to have been displayed previously, as the protective tissue showed no signs of wear before it was removed for photography.

Box condition - Very Good (7/10)

  • The box is in very good condition overall, with some shelf wear present.

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.