{"product_id":"corgi-48902-1-144-boeing-washington-b-1-raf-no-115-sqn-wf448-kd-f-raf-marham","title":"Corgi 48902 1:144 Boeing Washington B.1 RAF No.115 Sqn WF448 KD-F RAF Marham","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA substantial limited-edition 1:144 scale diecast representation of Boeing Washington B.1 WF448, operated by RAF No. 115 Squadron during the early 1950s.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive range, model 48902 depicts the aircraft carrying the squadron identification KD-F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Washington B.1 was the Royal Air Force designation applied to Boeing B-29 Superfortress bombers loaned by the United States during the early Cold War. The aircraft provided Bomber Command with a long-range heavy-bomber capability while newer British jet aircraft were being introduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo. 115 Squadron reformed as a Washington unit at RAF Marham during 1950. Its crews operated the large four-engine bombers on training exercises and strategic bombing duties as part of the RAF's developing post-war force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWF448 had previously served with the United States Army Air Forces before being delivered to the RAF in July 1950. It remained on British charge until November 1953, when it was returned to the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe model recreates the RAF Washington in its polished natural-metal finish with British national insignia, WF448 serial and the KD-F squadron codes. The long cylindrical fuselage, glazed nose, four radial engines and high-mounted tail reproduce the imposing profile of the B-29 design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLimited to 2,800 pieces worldwide, this heavyweight Corgi release features extensive diecast construction, transparent cockpit and rear-gunner glazing, detailed defensive gun positions, four rotating propellers, removable landing gear and the original multi-position presentation 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 Collector Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48902\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boeing Washington B.1 \/ B-29A Superfortress\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRAF Serial:\u003c\/strong\u003e WF448\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTactical Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e KD-F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormer USAAF Serial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44-61743\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Air Force No. 115 Squadron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheatre \/ Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e RAF Marham, England\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early 1950s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Air Force \/ United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long-range heavy bomber\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 Authentic RAF No. 115 Squadron markings, WF448 serial, KD-F codes, natural-metal finish, transparent cockpit glazing, detailed defensive gun positions, 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 8.25\" or 21 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 - Very Good (7\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe model is in very good condition overall and comes complete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome marks are present, as shown in the images and highlighted with the red arrow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDespite the noted imperfections, the model still displays well overall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Excellent (8\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe box is in excellent condition for its age, 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\n","brand":"Corgi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57773202243966,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_5424.jpg?v=1785587002","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-48902-1-144-boeing-washington-b-1-raf-no-115-sqn-wf448-kd-f-raf-marham","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}