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Corgi AA30701 1:72 Hawker Hurricane Mk IIB BD930 R RAF No.73 Sqn Western Desert 1942
Preowned - Mint (10/10)
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Description
A distinctive and highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of Hawker Hurricane Mk IIB BD930, operated by RAF No. 73 Squadron in the Western Desert during 1942. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA30701 depicts the aircraft carrying the individual identification letter R and an unusual fuselage flash associated with the squadron.
No. 73 Squadron had already accumulated considerable operational experience before arriving in the Middle East. The unit served with the Advanced Air Striking Force in France during the opening stages of the Second World War before withdrawing to Britain and participating in the Battle of Britain.
The squadron later transferred to the Middle East, where its Hurricanes were used for fighter protection, interception and ground-attack operations across the Western Desert. Pilots operated in harsh conditions, with sand, heat and limited maintenance facilities placing additional strain on both aircraft and crews.
BD930 is reproduced in a desert camouflage scheme combining sand and brown upper surfaces with lighter undersides. RAF roundels, the white individual letter R, red propeller spinner and the distinctive multi-coloured fuselage flash give the aircraft an immediately recognisable appearance.
The Hurricane Mk IIB was powered by a Rolls-Royce Merlin engine and carried an increased armament of twelve wing-mounted machine guns. It was employed as a fighter, fighter-bomber and ground-attack aircraft, remaining valuable in overseas theatres even as later Spitfire variants became more prominent in north-western Europe.
Originally designed by Sydney Camm, the Hawker Hurricane first flew in 1935. Its combination of a steel-tube fuselage structure, fabric-covered sections and wide-track landing gear made it durable, relatively straightforward to repair and well suited to demanding operational conditions.
This Corgi release features substantial diecast construction, simulated fabric-textured control surfaces, a detailed cockpit beneath a clear canopy and a rotating three-bladed propeller. The model can be displayed in flight on the supplied curved presentation stand or configured with its removable landing gear for ground display.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series
Model code: AA30701
Aircraft: Hawker Hurricane Mk IIB
Serial: BD930
Tactical Markings: R
Unit: Royal Air Force No. 73 Squadron
Campaign / Event: Western Desert Campaign
Theatre: North Africa
Date/Period: 1942
Operator / Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom
Role: Fighter, fighter-bomber and ground-attack aircraft
Scale: 1:72
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: Authentic BD930 and R markings, desert camouflage, distinctive fuselage flash, red propeller spinner, detailed cockpit with clear canopy, simulated fabric-textured control surfaces, rotating three-bladed propeller, removable landing gear and original curved presentation display stand
Dimensions
Length: 5.25" or 13.3 cm
Width (Wingspan): 6.75" or 17.1 cm
Condition
Model Condition - Mint (10/10)
- The model is in mint condition overall and comes complete.
Box condition - Very Good (7/10)
- The box is in very good condition overall, with shelf wear present to the edges and sides.
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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For orders under £100.
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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.
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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 AA30701 1:72 Hawker Hurricane Mk IIB BD930 R RAF No.73 Sqn Western Desert 1942
Sale price£22.00 GBP
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Corgi AA30701 1:72 Hawker Hurricane Mk IIB BD930 R RAF No.73 Sqn Western Desert 1942
Sale price£22.00 GBP
- Description
- Condition
- Grading
- Shipping
- Returns
Description
A distinctive and highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of Hawker Hurricane Mk IIB BD930, operated by RAF No. 73 Squadron in the Western Desert during 1942. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA30701 depicts the aircraft carrying the individual identification letter R and an unusual fuselage flash associated with the squadron.
No. 73 Squadron had already accumulated considerable operational experience before arriving in the Middle East. The unit served with the Advanced Air Striking Force in France during the opening stages of the Second World War before withdrawing to Britain and participating in the Battle of Britain.
The squadron later transferred to the Middle East, where its Hurricanes were used for fighter protection, interception and ground-attack operations across the Western Desert. Pilots operated in harsh conditions, with sand, heat and limited maintenance facilities placing additional strain on both aircraft and crews.
BD930 is reproduced in a desert camouflage scheme combining sand and brown upper surfaces with lighter undersides. RAF roundels, the white individual letter R, red propeller spinner and the distinctive multi-coloured fuselage flash give the aircraft an immediately recognisable appearance.
The Hurricane Mk IIB was powered by a Rolls-Royce Merlin engine and carried an increased armament of twelve wing-mounted machine guns. It was employed as a fighter, fighter-bomber and ground-attack aircraft, remaining valuable in overseas theatres even as later Spitfire variants became more prominent in north-western Europe.
Originally designed by Sydney Camm, the Hawker Hurricane first flew in 1935. Its combination of a steel-tube fuselage structure, fabric-covered sections and wide-track landing gear made it durable, relatively straightforward to repair and well suited to demanding operational conditions.
This Corgi release features substantial diecast construction, simulated fabric-textured control surfaces, a detailed cockpit beneath a clear canopy and a rotating three-bladed propeller. The model can be displayed in flight on the supplied curved presentation stand or configured with its removable landing gear for ground display.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series
Model code: AA30701
Aircraft: Hawker Hurricane Mk IIB
Serial: BD930
Tactical Markings: R
Unit: Royal Air Force No. 73 Squadron
Campaign / Event: Western Desert Campaign
Theatre: North Africa
Date/Period: 1942
Operator / Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom
Role: Fighter, fighter-bomber and ground-attack aircraft
Scale: 1:72
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: Authentic BD930 and R markings, desert camouflage, distinctive fuselage flash, red propeller spinner, detailed cockpit with clear canopy, simulated fabric-textured control surfaces, rotating three-bladed propeller, removable landing gear and original curved presentation display stand
Dimensions
Length: 5.25" or 13.3 cm
Width (Wingspan): 6.75" or 17.1 cm
Condition
Model Condition - Mint (10/10)
- The model is in mint condition overall and comes complete.
Box condition - Very Good (7/10)
- The box is in very good condition overall, with shelf wear present to the edges and sides.
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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