{"product_id":"corgi-aa28001-1-72-messerschmitt-bf-109e-luftwaffe-6-jg-51-yellow-1-josef-priller-france-1940","title":"Corgi AA28001 1:72 Messerschmitt Bf 109E Luftwaffe 6.\/JG 51 Yellow 1 Josef Priller France 1940","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of Josef “Pips” Priller’s distinctive Messerschmitt Bf 109E during the latter stages of the Battle of Britain.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA28001 depicts “Yellow 1” of Luftwaffe 6.\/JG 51, operating from Mardyck in northern France during October 1940.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJosef Priller was already an experienced Luftwaffe fighter pilot by the time the Battle of Britain began. Flying with Jagdgeschwader 51, he took part in the intensive aerial fighting over the English Channel and southern England, where the Messerschmitt Bf 109 frequently encountered RAF Spitfires and Hurricanes. Priller would eventually become one of Germany’s most successful fighter pilots, building a reputation particularly associated with combat against the Supermarine Spitfire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe aircraft is presented in a striking late-1940 scheme featuring a bright yellow engine cowling, yellow tactical number and yellow rudder identification markings. These prominent recognition colours contrast with the darker mottled camouflage applied across the fuselage and upper surfaces. The black-and-white Balkenkreuz national markings and individual unit insignia further enhance the historically distinctive appearance of this Battle of Britain fighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned in response to the Luftwaffe’s requirement for a modern single-seat fighter and interceptor, the Messerschmitt Bf 109 first flew in 1935. Its all-metal construction, enclosed cockpit and retractable undercarriage represented a major advance over many earlier fighter designs. Powered by an inverted V12 Daimler-Benz engine, the Bf 109 combined strong performance with a compact airframe and remained in continuous development throughout the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLimited to 1,800 pieces worldwide, this release is an appealing subject for collectors of Luftwaffe aircraft, Battle of Britain models and historically significant fighter aces. The model features heavyweight diecast construction, a detailed cockpit beneath a clear canopy, rotating three-bladed propeller, finely reproduced panel lines and authentic period markings. It is supplied with its original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand and accompanying components.\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 AA28001\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Messerschmitt Bf 109E\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTactical Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Josef “Pips” Priller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luftwaffe 6.\/JG 51\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCampaign \/ Event:\u003c\/strong\u003e Battle of Britain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheatre \/ Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mardyck, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 1940\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luftwaffe \/ Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,800 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 release, authentic Yellow 1 tactical markings, bright yellow engine cowling and rudder recognition panels, mottled Battle of Britain camouflage, clear cockpit canopy, detailed cockpit interior, rotating three-bladed propeller 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 5\" or 12.7 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5\" or 14 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\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 propeller rotates but is stiff and does not spin freely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA dark green line, believed to be excess paint from the airframe, is present on the underside of the horizontal stabiliser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes complete with the supplied accessories and components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Excellent (8\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral shelf wear is present around the edges and corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\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\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":57691005026686,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_3718.jpg?v=1784141089","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa28001-1-72-messerschmitt-bf-109e-luftwaffe-6-jg-51-yellow-1-josef-priller-france-1940","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}