{"product_id":"corgi-aa32310-1-72-english-electric-lightning-f-mk-6-raf-no-11-sqn-xr769-raf-binbrook-1983","title":"Corgi AA32310 1:72 English Electric Lightning F.Mk 6 RAF No.11 Sqn XR769 RAF Binbrook 1983","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn imposing and highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of an English Electric Lightning F.Mk 6 operated by Royal Air Force No. 11 Squadron during the final years of the type's frontline service.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA32310 depicts Lightning XR769 at RAF Binbrook in Lincolnshire during 1983.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. 11 Squadron became closely associated with the Lightning while based at RAF Binbrook, which served as the principal home of the aircraft during the closing period of its RAF career. The squadron maintained Britain's fast-response interceptor capability, with Lightning crews ready to identify and intercept approaching aircraft during the Cold War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXR769 was constructed during December 1965 and served with RAF Nos. 74, 5 and 11 Squadrons. The model represents the aircraft in its No. 11 Squadron finish, combining dark green and grey camouflage with prominent RAF roundels, the squadron's eagle insignia and distinctive identification markings on the tail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe English Electric Lightning was designed as a high-performance interceptor capable of exceptional speed and climbing performance. Its unusual vertically staggered twin-engine arrangement, highly swept wings and narrow fuselage gave the aircraft an unmistakable profile and allowed it to exceed twice the speed of sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe F.Mk 6 was developed to address the limited endurance of earlier Lightning variants. It incorporated increased fuel capacity, an enlarged ventral tank, revised wing geometry and the ability to carry additional overwing fuel tanks, extending the aircraft's operational range while retaining its formidable interception performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited to 1,500 pieces worldwide, this substantial Corgi release is particularly appealing to collectors of Cold War aviation and classic Royal Air Force interceptors. The model features heavyweight diecast construction, a detailed cockpit beneath a removable clear canopy, large overwing fuel tanks, an integrated ventral cannon and fuel pack, simulated metallic engine exhaust panels 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 AA32310\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e English Electric Lightning F.Mk 6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial:\u003c\/strong\u003e XR769\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Air Force No. 11 Squadron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supersonic interceptor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheatre \/ Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e RAF Binbrook, Lincolnshire, England\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1983\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Air Force \/ United Kingdom\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 1,500 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 Limited edition release, authentic RAF No. 11 Squadron markings, eagle tail insignia, green and grey camouflage, large overwing fuel tanks, enlarged ventral fuel and cannon pack, detailed cockpit, removable clear canopy, simulated metallic engine exhaust panels 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 9.25\" or 23.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.75\" or 14.6 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Mint (10\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo notable defects.\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":57722431209854,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_4608.jpg?v=1784796032","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa32310-1-72-english-electric-lightning-f-mk-6-raf-no-11-sqn-xr769-raf-binbrook-1983","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}