{"product_id":"corgi-48106-1-144-boeing-377-stratocruiser-transocean-airlines-n404q","title":"Corgi 48106 1:144 Boeing 377 Stratocruiser Transocean Airlines N404Q","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA 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.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, model 48106 was produced as a limited edition of only 2,800 pieces worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransocean 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eN404Q 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited 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.\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 Collector Series \/ Classic Propliners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48106\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 N404Q\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAirline:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transocean Airlines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long-range passenger and charter airliner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssociated Routes:\u003c\/strong\u003e New York, Dublin, Shannon and London Gatwick\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 1950s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transocean Airlines \/ United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:144\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2,800 pieces worldwide\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 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\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 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\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Excellent (8\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe model is in excellent condition overall and comes complete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome surface marks are present on the topside of the fuselage, with a few smaller marks also present on the underside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe model does not appear to have been displayed previously, as the protective tissue showed no signs of wear before it was removed for photography.\u003cbr\u003e\n\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 overall, 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":57786552811902,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_5648.jpg?v=1785764954","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-48106-1-144-boeing-377-stratocruiser-transocean-airlines-n404q","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}