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Corgi 48801 1:144 Short S.25 Sunderland V RAF Coastal Command First Issue
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Description
A substantial first-issue 1:144 scale diecast representation of the Short S.25 Sunderland V in Royal Air Force Coastal Command markings. Released as part of the early Corgi Aviation Archive range, model 48801 captures the imposing appearance of Britain's famous maritime patrol flying boat.
The Sunderland was developed to meet an Air Ministry requirement for a long-range general-reconnaissance flying boat. Its large boat-shaped hull allowed it to operate directly from sheltered stretches of water, while its four engines provided the range needed for extended patrols over the Atlantic and other maritime theatres.
RAF Coastal Command used Sunderland flying boats for anti-submarine patrols, convoy protection, reconnaissance, air-sea rescue and general maritime support. Their endurance allowed crews to remain over distant areas of ocean for long periods while searching for enemy submarines and surface vessels.
The Sunderland V was the final major production version and replaced the earlier Bristol Pegasus engines with American Pratt & Whitney Twin Wasp radial engines. The improved powerplants supported continued RAF operation of the Sunderland during the closing stages of the Second World War and the post-war period.
This model is presented in a general RAF Coastal Command scheme rather than markings attributed to a specific serial or squadron. National insignia, military identification markings, defensive gun positions and the characteristic wing-mounted stabilising floats complete its operational appearance.
The model features extensive diecast construction, a transparent cockpit, detailed defensive positions, four rotating propellers, outboard stabilising floats, removable beaching gear and the original multi-position Corgi Aviation Archive display stand.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive
Model code: 48801
Aircraft: Short S.25 Sunderland V
Operator: Royal Air Force Coastal Command
Role: Maritime patrol, anti-submarine warfare and air-sea rescue flying boat
Date/Period: Late Second World War and post-war era
Operator / Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom
Scale: 1:144
Edition: First-issue Aviation Archive release
Release Year: 1999
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: RAF Coastal Command finish, detailed defensive positions, transparent cockpit glazing, four rotating propellers, wing-mounted stabilising floats, removable beaching gear and original presentation display stand
Model Dimensions
Length: 7" or 17.8 cm
Width (Wingspan): 9.5" or 24.1 cm
Condition
Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)
- The model is in excellent condition overall and comes complete.
- No breakages are present.
- Some small paint bubbles and light marks are present, although these are not serious.
- We have removed some of the tissue paper to free up space around the delicate parts when placing the model back into the tray.
- Two of the blister tray thumb points have been left pushed in for easier model removal, while still keeping the model secure.
Box condition - Excellent (8/10)
- The box is in excellent condition for its age, with some light shelf wear present.
- Crease 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
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UK Delivery
- Royal Mail Tracked 48 — £4.20
Usually delivered within 2–3 working days. Available for orders below £100. - Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.20 or FREE on orders of £100 or more
Aims for delivery on the next working day after dispatch. - Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50 or FREE on orders of £200 or more
Guaranteed delivery by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the United Kingdom, with parcels insured up to the full order value.
Estimated delivery times after dispatch:
- Europe: usually 3–5 business days.
- Rest of the world: usually 6–7 business days.
Add your models to the cart and enter your delivery address to view the available services and postage costs. Shipping is automatically combined by weight when purchasing multiple models.
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Duty-paid delivery is currently available where shown at checkout for:
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- Norway and Switzerland
- Selected European destinations: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not shown and collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). The recipient may therefore need to pay local import duties, taxes or handling charges before delivery.
Every model is carefully packaged to help ensure it arrives safely and securely.
Returns
- Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.
- Items must be returned in their original condition.
- Free UK customer returns.
- Non-UK customers are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe all items accurately to help you buy with confidence.
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Corgi 48801 1:144 Short S.25 Sunderland V RAF Coastal Command First Issue
Sale price£40.00 GBP
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Description
A substantial first-issue 1:144 scale diecast representation of the Short S.25 Sunderland V in Royal Air Force Coastal Command markings. Released as part of the early Corgi Aviation Archive range, model 48801 captures the imposing appearance of Britain's famous maritime patrol flying boat.
The Sunderland was developed to meet an Air Ministry requirement for a long-range general-reconnaissance flying boat. Its large boat-shaped hull allowed it to operate directly from sheltered stretches of water, while its four engines provided the range needed for extended patrols over the Atlantic and other maritime theatres.
RAF Coastal Command used Sunderland flying boats for anti-submarine patrols, convoy protection, reconnaissance, air-sea rescue and general maritime support. Their endurance allowed crews to remain over distant areas of ocean for long periods while searching for enemy submarines and surface vessels.
The Sunderland V was the final major production version and replaced the earlier Bristol Pegasus engines with American Pratt & Whitney Twin Wasp radial engines. The improved powerplants supported continued RAF operation of the Sunderland during the closing stages of the Second World War and the post-war period.
This model is presented in a general RAF Coastal Command scheme rather than markings attributed to a specific serial or squadron. National insignia, military identification markings, defensive gun positions and the characteristic wing-mounted stabilising floats complete its operational appearance.
The model features extensive diecast construction, a transparent cockpit, detailed defensive positions, four rotating propellers, outboard stabilising floats, removable beaching gear and the original multi-position Corgi Aviation Archive display stand.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive
Model code: 48801
Aircraft: Short S.25 Sunderland V
Operator: Royal Air Force Coastal Command
Role: Maritime patrol, anti-submarine warfare and air-sea rescue flying boat
Date/Period: Late Second World War and post-war era
Operator / Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom
Scale: 1:144
Edition: First-issue Aviation Archive release
Release Year: 1999
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: RAF Coastal Command finish, detailed defensive positions, transparent cockpit glazing, four rotating propellers, wing-mounted stabilising floats, removable beaching gear and original presentation display stand
Model Dimensions
Length: 7" or 17.8 cm
Width (Wingspan): 9.5" or 24.1 cm
Condition
Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)
- The model is in excellent condition overall and comes complete.
- No breakages are present.
- Some small paint bubbles and light marks are present, although these are not serious.
- We have removed some of the tissue paper to free up space around the delicate parts when placing the model back into the tray.
- Two of the blister tray thumb points have been left pushed in for easier model removal, while still keeping the model secure.
Box condition - Excellent (8/10)
- The box is in excellent condition for its age, with some light shelf wear present.
- Crease 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.
Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel through our Track Your Order page, also available from the main menu.
UK Delivery
- Royal Mail Tracked 48 — £4.20
Usually delivered within 2–3 working days. Available for orders below £100. - Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.20 or FREE on orders of £100 or more
Aims for delivery on the next working day after dispatch. - Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50 or FREE on orders of £200 or more
Guaranteed delivery by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the United Kingdom, with parcels insured up to the full order value.
Estimated delivery times after dispatch:
- Europe: usually 3–5 business days.
- Rest of the world: usually 6–7 business days.
Add your models to the cart and enter your delivery address to view the available services and postage costs. Shipping is automatically combined by weight when purchasing multiple models.
Import Duties & Taxes
For supported destinations, any applicable duties and taxes are calculated and shown at checkout after you enter your delivery address. These charges are collected with your order and the parcel is sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due upon delivery.
Duty-paid delivery is currently available where shown at checkout for:
- United States
- Norway and Switzerland
- Selected European destinations: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not shown and collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). The recipient may therefore need to pay local import duties, taxes or handling charges before delivery.
Every model is carefully packaged to help ensure it arrives safely and securely.
Returns
- Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.
- Items must be returned in their original condition.
- Free UK customer returns.
- Non-UK customers are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe all items accurately to help you buy with confidence.
- Refunds are issued after inspection of the returned item.
For more information on returns, please visit our Returns Policy page.
If you need to return an item, please email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under “About & Help” in the top menu.
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