{"product_id":"corgi-aa32209-1-72-north-american-f-51d-mustang-usaf-18th-fbg-12th-fbs-james-glessner-korea-1950","title":"Corgi AA32209 1:72 North American F-51D Mustang USAF 18th FBG 12th FBS James Glessner Korea 1950","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of a North American F-51D Mustang flown by James Glessner during the Korean War.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA32209 depicts an aircraft of the United States Air Force 12th Fighter-Bomber Squadron, 18th Fighter-Bomber Group, during November 1950.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the Mustang had been designed during the Second World War, it returned to frontline combat service following the outbreak of war in Korea. The limited availability of suitable jet aircraft and the urgent need for battlefield support led to large numbers of reserve Mustangs being returned to operational use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRedesignated F-51D under the newly independent United States Air Force, the Mustang proved especially effective in the fighter-bomber role. Its range, weapons capacity and ability to operate from comparatively basic airfields made it well suited to supporting United Nations forces across the Korean peninsula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model recreates the aircraft in a polished natural-metal finish with a black anti-glare panel, black nose and dramatic red and white shark-mouth artwork. Large USAF lettering, national insignia and the individual serial markings are accurately reproduced across the airframe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe North American P-51D Mustang first entered service as a long-range escort fighter during the Second World War. Its Rolls-Royce Merlin engine, laminar-flow wing, bubble canopy and six machine guns provided an effective balance of performance, visibility and firepower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the Korean War, Mustangs flew reconnaissance, close-support and ground-attack missions, frequently carrying bombs, rockets and external fuel tanks. Their vulnerability to ground fire was offset by their ability to remain over the battlefield for longer periods than many early jet fighters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited to 3,400 pieces worldwide, this Corgi release features diecast construction, a detailed cockpit beneath a clear bubble canopy and a rotating four-bladed propeller. Additional features include removable landing gear, underwing stores, distinctive shark-mouth artwork and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\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 AA32209\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e North American F-51D Mustang\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 511736\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilot:\u003c\/strong\u003e James Glessner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States Air Force 12th Fighter-Bomber Squadron, 18th Fighter-Bomber Group\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCampaign \/ Event:\u003c\/strong\u003e Korean War\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheatre \/ Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Korea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 1950\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States Air Force \/ United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fighter-bomber and close-support aircraft\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 3,400 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 Korean War USAF markings, natural-metal finish, black anti-glare panel and nose, red and white shark-mouth artwork, detailed bubble-canopy cockpit, rotating four-bladed propeller, removable landing gear, underwing stores and original presentation display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.25\" or 13.3 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.25\" or 15.9 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Mint (10\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes complete. Please note that one undercarriage door accessory has some glue around the pins however, this has not affected the model and fits in place regardless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Very Good (7\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome shelf wear is present along with a patch of staining on the front.\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","brand":"Corgi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57742027784574,"sku":null,"price":34.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/corgi-aa32209-172-north-american-f-51d-mustang-usaf-18th-fbg-12th-fbs-james-glessner-korea-1950-5654442.jpg?v=1784903371","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa32209-1-72-north-american-f-51d-mustang-usaf-18th-fbg-12th-fbs-james-glessner-korea-1950","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}