{"product_id":"corgi-48802-1-144-short-sunderland-iii-hythe-class-boac-g-agky-hungerford","title":"Corgi 48802 1:144 Short Sunderland III Hythe Class BOAC G-AGKY Hungerford","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA distinctive 1:144 scale diecast representation of Short Sunderland III G-AGKY “Hungerford”, converted for passenger use as one of BOAC's Hythe-class flying boats.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive range, model 48802 captures the transitional period when former military flying boats helped restore long-distance civil aviation during and immediately after the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eG-AGKY was originally constructed as RAF Sunderland Mk III ML789 before being transferred to BOAC and converted for passenger transport. The aircraft was delivered to the airline during July 1944 and received the civil registration G-AGKY together with the individual name “Hungerford”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hythe-class conversion removed much of the Sunderland's military equipment and introduced a passenger interior suitable for long over-water journeys. BOAC used these aircraft on routes linking Britain with destinations around Africa, the Middle East and Asia at a time when suitable land airports remained limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe model is presented in BOAC's restrained civil flying-boat finish with a white upper fuselage, polished lower hull, dark blue airline markings and the registration G-AGKY. The broad wing, deep boat-shaped fuselage and stabilising wingtip floats retain the unmistakable profile of the original Sunderland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped as a maritime patrol and reconnaissance flying boat, the Short Sunderland first flew in 1937. Its large hull allowed it to operate directly from water, while four radial engines provided the endurance required for extended patrols and long-distance transport operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Corgi release features extensive diecast construction, authentic Hungerford markings, clear cockpit glazing and permanently printed cabin windows. Additional details include four rotating propellers, stabilising wing floats, removable beaching 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 48802\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Short S.25 Sunderland III \/ Hythe Class\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormer RAF Serial:\u003c\/strong\u003e ML789\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCivil Registration:\u003c\/strong\u003e G-AGKY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hungerford\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 Long-range passenger flying boat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1944–1948\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 Early 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 BOAC G-AGKY Hungerford markings, Hythe-class passenger configuration, white and polished-metal finish, clear cockpit glazing, pad-printed cabin windows, four rotating propellers, stabilising wing floats, removable beaching 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 7\" or 17.8 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.5\" or 24.1 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\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\u003eA small mark is present on the wing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDespite the noted minor imperfection, the model still displays very well overall.\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 tray lid 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":57786551533950,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_5632.jpg?v=1785764911","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-48802-1-144-short-sunderland-iii-hythe-class-boac-g-agky-hungerford","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}