{"product_id":"corgi-aa32611-1-72-avro-lancaster-b-mk-i-l7571-of-x-raf-no-97-sqn-woodhall-spa-march-1942-electronic-edition","title":"Corgi AA32611 1:72 Avro Lancaster B.Mk I L7571 OF-X RAF No.97 Sqn Woodhall Spa March 1942 Electronic Edition","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA highly collectable 1:72 scale Electronic Edition of Avro Lancaster B.Mk I L7571, coded OF-X, operated by RAF No.97 Squadron during the unit's early Lancaster operations from RAF Woodhall Spa in 1942.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as Corgi Aviation Archive AA32611, this substantial limited-edition model is accompanied by the special interactive “Bombing Mission” display base incorporating synchronised lighting and sound effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo.97 Squadron began converting to the Avro Lancaster during the opening months of 1942 and moved from RAF Coningsby to the newly opened RAF Woodhall Spa in March. The unit therefore became one of the early operational Lancaster squadrons at a time when the new four-engined bomber was only beginning to establish its formidable reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL7571 carried the squadron identification OF-X during its service with No.97 Squadron. Corgi presents the aircraft in the classic early Bomber Command appearance, with dark earth and dark green upper camouflage, black night undersides, RAF roundels and the prominent OF-X squadron codes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL7571 subsequently left No.97 Squadron and served with No.61 Squadron as QR-S. The aircraft was later loaned to No.207 Squadron and was lost during a raid against Essen on the night of 16th\/17th September 1942, giving this model a direct connection with one of the earliest generations of operational Lancasters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Avro Lancaster developed from the less successful twin-engined Manchester and first flew in January 1941. The adoption of four Rolls-Royce Merlin engines transformed the design, creating an aircraft with excellent range, load-carrying ability and adaptability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lancaster became the principal heavy bomber of RAF Bomber Command and eventually undertook more than 150,000 operational sorties. Its large bomb bay allowed the type to carry conventional bomb loads as well as specialised weapons developed for some of the most famous RAF operations of the war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAA32611 differs from a standard Aviation Archive Lancaster through its interactive electronic presentation base. The base depicts a silhouetted wartime landscape and incorporates illuminated searchlights together with red bomb and flak effects to recreate the atmosphere of a Bomber Command mission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe electronic system is accompanied by a selection of atmospheric sound effects including aircraft engines, air-raid sirens, anti-aircraft fire and bomb explosions. This makes the release particularly unusual among Corgi's large 1:72 heavy-bomber models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited to 2,010 pieces worldwide, the Lancaster itself incorporates extensive diecast construction, detailed crew positions, four rotating propellers, finely reproduced defensive turrets and photo-etched detailing. Combined with the specialised electronic display base, AA32611 is one of the more elaborate Lancaster releases produced within the Aviation Archive range.\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 \/ Electronic Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Code\/MPN:\u003c\/strong\u003e AA32611\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avro Lancaster B.Mk I\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial:\u003c\/strong\u003e L7571\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSquadron Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e OF-X\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit\/Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e RAF No.97 Squadron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e RAF Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCorgi Catalogue Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 1942\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator\/Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Air Force \/ United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConflict:\u003c\/strong\u003e Second World War\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy Bomber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electronic Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2,010 pieces worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Interactive “Bombing Mission” light-and-sound base\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectronic Effects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Searchlights, bomb and flak lighting with aircraft engine, siren, anti-aircraft and explosion sounds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavyweight diecast metal with detailed plastic and photo-etched sub-components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic L7571 OF-X markings, early Bomber Command camouflage, detailed crew positions and turrets, four rotating propellers, photo-etched detailing and specialised electronic presentation base\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.75\" or 29.8 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 17\" or 43.2 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Near Mint (9\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe model does not appear to have been previously displayed and remained packed from new, with the accessories still sealed. Due to the age of the model, the base has been unwrapped and tested. It operates correctly and requires three AAA batteries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note\u003c\/strong\u003e: A small scratch mark is present on the topside of the fuselage, as highlighted in the images.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDue to this defect, the model has been safely removed from the packaging for a full condition check, which is why an image of the underside has also been included.\u003cbr\u003e\n\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\u003eThe box is in very good condition overall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoticeable shelf wear is present to the front, sides and back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA cut is present on the bottom section of the box which extends to the side slightly.\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":57849355141502,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_6143.jpg?v=1786738940","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa32611-1-72-avro-lancaster-b-mk-i-l7571-of-x-raf-no-97-sqn-woodhall-spa-march-1942-electronic-edition","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}