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Corgi AA30402 1:144 Lockheed VC-121A Constellation 48-614 Columbine Dwight Eisenhower 1950

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Description

A distinguished limited-edition 1:144 scale diecast representation of Lockheed VC-121A Constellation 48-614 “Columbine”, used by General Dwight D. Eisenhower during his service as Supreme Allied Commander Europe. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA30402 depicts the aircraft as it appeared from 1950.

General Eisenhower used this specially configured Constellation between 1950 and 1952 while serving as NATO's first Supreme Allied Commander Europe. The aircraft provided long-range transportation between military headquarters, diplomatic engagements and Allied nations across Europe.

The name “Columbine” referred to the state flower of Colorado, the home state of Eisenhower's wife Mamie. This aircraft was the first of three Eisenhower-associated Constellations to carry the name and should not be confused with the later presidential aircraft Columbine II and Columbine III.

Aircraft 48-614 had originally been delivered to the United States Air Force as a C-121A before being converted for VIP transport duties. It carried polished natural-metal surfaces, a white upper fuselage, United States Air Force titles and prominent national insignia.

The Lockheed Constellation's pressurised cabin, long range and relatively high cruising speed made it particularly suitable for transporting senior commanders and government officials. Its triple tail and curved fuselage also gave it an appearance unlike any contemporary military transport.

Limited to 5,000 pieces worldwide, this Corgi release features extensive diecast construction, authentic Columbine markings, four rotating propellers, clear cockpit glazing, removable landing gear and the original Aviation Archive presentation display stand.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: AA30402

Aircraft: Lockheed VC-121A Constellation

USAF Serial: 48-614

Aircraft Name: Columbine

Associated Passenger: General Dwight D. Eisenhower

Unit: 7167th Special Air Missions Squadron

Role: VIP and senior-command transport aircraft

Theatre / Base: Wiesbaden Air Base, Germany

Date/Period: 1950–1952

Operator / Country: United States Air Force / United States

Scale: 1:144

Limited Edition Size: 5,000 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components

Special Features: Authentic Columbine markings, USAF serial 48-614, polished natural-metal and white finish, distinctive triple tail, clear cockpit glazing, four rotating propellers, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 8" or 20.3 cm

Width (Wingspan): 10.25" or 26 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Very Good (7/10)

  • The model is in very good condition overall and comes complete.
  • Some blemishing is present to the polished-metal finish.
  • An area of oxidation-like discolouration is present on the side of the model around the entry and exit door, just behind the nose.
  • A couple of small marks are present on the topside of the nose, with a further mark on the underside of the horizontal stabiliser.
  • The blemishing and oxidation-like discolouration appear to be related to the type and age of the metallic paint rather than general handling.

Box condition - Very Good (7/10)

  • The box is in very good condition for its age, with some shelf wear present.
  • Some flexing is present to the back of the box.
  • Two rips are present on the inside of the inner cover.

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.

Condition

This model has sold. Its condition details have been removed because they described the specific item that was available. If another example becomes available, it will be inspected and listed with its own condition details and photographs.

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. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.

If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.

Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.


UK Delivery

  • Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.

  • Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.

  • Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.


International Delivery

We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.

  • Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.

  • Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.

 

Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.

If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.


Import Duties & Taxes

For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.

Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.

If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.


We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.

Returns

Returns

You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.

Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.

We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.

To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.

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Description

A distinguished limited-edition 1:144 scale diecast representation of Lockheed VC-121A Constellation 48-614 “Columbine”, used by General Dwight D. Eisenhower during his service as Supreme Allied Commander Europe. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA30402 depicts the aircraft as it appeared from 1950.

General Eisenhower used this specially configured Constellation between 1950 and 1952 while serving as NATO's first Supreme Allied Commander Europe. The aircraft provided long-range transportation between military headquarters, diplomatic engagements and Allied nations across Europe.

The name “Columbine” referred to the state flower of Colorado, the home state of Eisenhower's wife Mamie. This aircraft was the first of three Eisenhower-associated Constellations to carry the name and should not be confused with the later presidential aircraft Columbine II and Columbine III.

Aircraft 48-614 had originally been delivered to the United States Air Force as a C-121A before being converted for VIP transport duties. It carried polished natural-metal surfaces, a white upper fuselage, United States Air Force titles and prominent national insignia.

The Lockheed Constellation's pressurised cabin, long range and relatively high cruising speed made it particularly suitable for transporting senior commanders and government officials. Its triple tail and curved fuselage also gave it an appearance unlike any contemporary military transport.

Limited to 5,000 pieces worldwide, this Corgi release features extensive diecast construction, authentic Columbine markings, four rotating propellers, clear cockpit glazing, removable landing gear and the original Aviation Archive presentation display stand.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: AA30402

Aircraft: Lockheed VC-121A Constellation

USAF Serial: 48-614

Aircraft Name: Columbine

Associated Passenger: General Dwight D. Eisenhower

Unit: 7167th Special Air Missions Squadron

Role: VIP and senior-command transport aircraft

Theatre / Base: Wiesbaden Air Base, Germany

Date/Period: 1950–1952

Operator / Country: United States Air Force / United States

Scale: 1:144

Limited Edition Size: 5,000 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components

Special Features: Authentic Columbine markings, USAF serial 48-614, polished natural-metal and white finish, distinctive triple tail, clear cockpit glazing, four rotating propellers, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 8" or 20.3 cm

Width (Wingspan): 10.25" or 26 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Very Good (7/10)

  • The model is in very good condition overall and comes complete.
  • Some blemishing is present to the polished-metal finish.
  • An area of oxidation-like discolouration is present on the side of the model around the entry and exit door, just behind the nose.
  • A couple of small marks are present on the topside of the nose, with a further mark on the underside of the horizontal stabiliser.
  • The blemishing and oxidation-like discolouration appear to be related to the type and age of the metallic paint rather than general handling.

Box condition - Very Good (7/10)

  • The box is in very good condition for its age, with some shelf wear present.
  • Some flexing is present to the back of the box.
  • Two rips are present on the inside of the inner cover.

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.

Condition

This model has sold. Its condition details have been removed because they described the specific item that was available. If another example becomes available, it will be inspected and listed with its own condition details and photographs.

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. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.

If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.

Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.


UK Delivery

  • Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.

  • Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.

  • Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.


International Delivery

We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.

  • Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.

  • Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.

 

Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.

If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.


Import Duties & Taxes

For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.

Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.

If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.


We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.

Returns

Returns

You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.

Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.

We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.

To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.