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Corgi 49004 1:72 Supermarine Spitfire Mk IA RAF No.603 Sqn R6835 XT-W Brian Carbury Hornchurch Battle of Britain 1940
Preowned - Mint (10/10)
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Description
A highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of Supermarine Spitfire Mk IA R6835, flown by New Zealand fighter pilot Brian Carbury during the Battle of Britain. Released as part of the early Corgi Aviation Archive range, model 49004 depicts aircraft XT-W of RAF No. 603 Squadron while operating from RAF Hornchurch during 1940.
No. 603 “City of Edinburgh” Squadron was originally an Auxiliary Air Force unit and became heavily involved in the defence of southern England during the Battle of Britain. The squadron moved south from Scotland to join the major aerial fighting over London and the surrounding counties.
Brian Carbury became one of the most successful New Zealand fighter pilots of the Battle of Britain. Flying with No. 603 Squadron, he achieved a number of aerial victories during the intense fighting of August and September 1940.
The model recreates R6835 in the dark earth and dark green camouflage carried by RAF fighters during the campaign. The XT-W squadron codes, RAF roundels and contrasting underside markings reproduce the operational appearance of Carbury's Spitfire.
Designed by R.J. Mitchell, the Supermarine Spitfire combined an elegant elliptical wing with the powerful Rolls-Royce Merlin engine. Its speed, manoeuvrability and excellent handling made it one of the defining British fighter aircraft of the Second World War.
This early Corgi Aviation Archive release features substantial diecast construction, simulated fabric-textured control surfaces, a detailed cockpit beneath a clear canopy and a rotating three-bladed propeller. It is supplied with removable landing gear and the original curved presentation display stand.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series
Model code: 49004
Aircraft: Supermarine Spitfire Mk IA
Serial: R6835
Tactical Markings: XT-W
Pilot: Flying Officer Brian John George Carbury
Unit: Royal Air Force No. 603 “City of Edinburgh” Squadron
Campaign / Event: Battle of Britain
Theatre / Base: RAF Hornchurch, England
Date/Period: August 1940
Operator / Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom
Scale: 1:72
Release Period: Circa 2000
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: Authentic R6835 and XT-W markings, Battle of Britain camouflage, detailed cockpit with clear canopy, simulated fabric-textured control surfaces, rotating three-bladed propeller, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand
Model Dimensions
Length: Approximately 5" or 12.7 cm
Width (Wingspan): Approximately 6.25" or 15.9 cm
Condition
Model Condition - Mint (10/10)
- Model is in mint condition overall.
- Model does not appear to have been displayed previously.
Box condition - Very Good (7/10)
- Box is in very good condition overall.
- Rip present to the side tab.
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
Goods will be shipped next day after the order is placed.
You can stay updated on your tracking information by clicking Track Your Order here. Alternatively, this can be located via the top menu under 'Track Your Order'.
Please allow extra time for delivery during the busy Christmas period.
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- Free Express Tracked Delivery (Royal Mail Tracked 24 – 1 Business day)
For orders over £100. - Free Premium Delivery (ParcelForce Express Tracked – 1 Business day)
For orders over £200. - Royal Mail Tracked 48 (2–3 working days) – £3.95
For orders under £100. - Royal Mail Express Tracked (1 business day) – £5.20
For orders under £100.
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For selected duty-paid destinations, import duties and taxes are calculated and collected upfront at checkout. Where these charges are shown at checkout, your order will be shipped using a duty-paid service where available, helping to reduce the chance of additional import charges on delivery.
Selected European duty-paid destinations currently include Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
Duty-paid shipping may also be available for the United States, Norway and Switzerland where shown at checkout.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU), meaning import charges may be payable before delivery.
Products are packaged very well to ensure secure delivery and a happy customer.
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- 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 49004 1:72 Supermarine Spitfire Mk IA RAF No.603 Sqn R6835 XT-W Brian Carbury Hornchurch Battle of Britain 1940
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Description
A highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of Supermarine Spitfire Mk IA R6835, flown by New Zealand fighter pilot Brian Carbury during the Battle of Britain. Released as part of the early Corgi Aviation Archive range, model 49004 depicts aircraft XT-W of RAF No. 603 Squadron while operating from RAF Hornchurch during 1940.
No. 603 “City of Edinburgh” Squadron was originally an Auxiliary Air Force unit and became heavily involved in the defence of southern England during the Battle of Britain. The squadron moved south from Scotland to join the major aerial fighting over London and the surrounding counties.
Brian Carbury became one of the most successful New Zealand fighter pilots of the Battle of Britain. Flying with No. 603 Squadron, he achieved a number of aerial victories during the intense fighting of August and September 1940.
The model recreates R6835 in the dark earth and dark green camouflage carried by RAF fighters during the campaign. The XT-W squadron codes, RAF roundels and contrasting underside markings reproduce the operational appearance of Carbury's Spitfire.
Designed by R.J. Mitchell, the Supermarine Spitfire combined an elegant elliptical wing with the powerful Rolls-Royce Merlin engine. Its speed, manoeuvrability and excellent handling made it one of the defining British fighter aircraft of the Second World War.
This early Corgi Aviation Archive release features substantial diecast construction, simulated fabric-textured control surfaces, a detailed cockpit beneath a clear canopy and a rotating three-bladed propeller. It is supplied with removable landing gear and the original curved presentation display stand.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series
Model code: 49004
Aircraft: Supermarine Spitfire Mk IA
Serial: R6835
Tactical Markings: XT-W
Pilot: Flying Officer Brian John George Carbury
Unit: Royal Air Force No. 603 “City of Edinburgh” Squadron
Campaign / Event: Battle of Britain
Theatre / Base: RAF Hornchurch, England
Date/Period: August 1940
Operator / Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom
Scale: 1:72
Release Period: Circa 2000
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: Authentic R6835 and XT-W markings, Battle of Britain camouflage, detailed cockpit with clear canopy, simulated fabric-textured control surfaces, rotating three-bladed propeller, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand
Model Dimensions
Length: Approximately 5" or 12.7 cm
Width (Wingspan): Approximately 6.25" or 15.9 cm
Condition
Model Condition - Mint (10/10)
- Model is in mint condition overall.
- Model does not appear to have been displayed previously.
Box condition - Very Good (7/10)
- Box is in very good condition overall.
- Rip present to the side tab.
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
Goods will be shipped next day after the order is placed.
You can stay updated on your tracking information by clicking Track Your Order here. Alternatively, this can be located via the top menu under 'Track Your Order'.
Please allow extra time for delivery during the busy Christmas period.
UK Shipping
- Free Express Tracked Delivery (Royal Mail Tracked 24 – 1 Business day)
For orders over £100. - Free Premium Delivery (ParcelForce Express Tracked – 1 Business day)
For orders over £200. - Royal Mail Tracked 48 (2–3 working days) – £3.95
For orders under £100. - Royal Mail Express Tracked (1 business day) – £5.20
For orders under £100.
Worldwide
International shipping is available and fully insured up to the total order value. Add items to your cart and enter your delivery address in the cart to see postage before checkout. If you buy multiple items, the cart will automatically combine shipping costs based on item weight.
International Import Duties & Taxes
For selected duty-paid destinations, import duties and taxes are calculated and collected upfront at checkout. Where these charges are shown at checkout, your order will be shipped using a duty-paid service where available, helping to reduce the chance of additional import charges on delivery.
Selected European duty-paid destinations currently include Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
Duty-paid shipping may also be available for the United States, Norway and Switzerland where shown at checkout.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU), meaning import charges may be payable before delivery.
Products are packaged very well to ensure secure delivery and a happy customer.
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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