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Corgi AA32809 1:72 de Havilland Mosquito FB.VI RAF No.235 Sqn HR118 3-W D-Day Invasion Stripes June 1944
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Preowned - Very Good (7/10)
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Description
A striking and highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of de Havilland Mosquito FB.VI HR118, operated by RAF No. 235 Squadron during the D-Day period. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA32809 depicts aircraft 3-W in full black and white Allied invasion markings during June 1944.
No. 235 Squadron served within RAF Coastal Command and operated the Mosquito on maritime strike, reconnaissance and escort duties. The aircraft's combination of speed, range and concentrated forward-firing armament made it highly effective against enemy shipping and coastal targets.
During March 1944, a revised Coastal Command camouflage scheme was introduced for strike aircraft. The finish combined Extra Dark Sea Grey upper surfaces with lighter Sky undersides, providing an effective scheme for aircraft operating over the sea and around northern European coastlines.
Immediately before Operation Overlord, broad black and white identification stripes were applied to Allied aircraft taking part in the invasion. These highly visible markings were intended to reduce the risk of friendly fire from Allied ground and naval forces during the enormous concentration of aircraft operating over Normandy.
HR118 is reproduced with stripes across the wings and rear fuselage, RAF roundels, the individual aircraft number 3 and the squadron marking W. Red propeller spinners and finely rendered cockpit framing provide contrasting detail against the restrained Coastal Command finish.
Constructed primarily from moulded wood, the de Havilland Mosquito combined the performance of a fighter with the range and payload capacity of a light bomber. Its adaptable airframe was developed for bombing, night fighting, reconnaissance, maritime strike and low-level ground-attack operations.
The FB.VI became the principal fighter-bomber version of the Mosquito. It carried four machine guns in the nose and four 20 mm cannon beneath the forward fuselage, while bombs, rockets or external fuel tanks could be carried beneath the wings.
Limited to 3,000 pieces worldwide, this release is particularly appealing to collectors of D-Day aircraft and RAF Coastal Command subjects. The model features substantial diecast construction, a detailed cockpit beneath a clear canopy, twin rotating propellers, authentic invasion stripes, removable landing gear and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series
Model code: AA32809
Aircraft: de Havilland Mosquito FB.Mk VI
Serial: HR118
Tactical Markings: 3-W
Unit: Royal Air Force No. 235 Squadron
Command: RAF Coastal Command
Campaign / Event: Operation Overlord / D-Day
Theatre / Base: England / Normandy operations
Date/Period: 6th June 1944
Operator / Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom
Role: Fighter-bomber and maritime strike aircraft
Scale: 1:72
Limited Edition Size: 3,000 pieces worldwide
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: Limited-edition release, authentic HR118 and 3-W markings, Extra Dark Sea Grey Coastal Command finish, full black and white D-Day invasion stripes, detailed cockpit with clear canopy, red propeller spinners, twin rotating propellers, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand
Model Dimensions
Length: 6.75" or 17.1 cm
Width (Wingspan): 9" or 22.9 cm
Condition
Model Condition - Very Good (7/10)
- The model is in very good condition overall and comes complete.
- Outer gun is partially snapped but still sits okay in place; care should be taken when handling this area as it may be weaker than usual.
- Some paint loss is present to the rear edges of both wings, with one side being more noticeable.
- White paint has some faint crack lines running through it, with the most noticeable area being towards the tail on the white stripes.
- Some handling marks are present on the underside, including around the undercarriage area.
- Despite the noted imperfections, the model still displays well overall.
Box condition - Near Mint (9/10)
- Box is in near mint condition overall, with only light wear present.
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
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UK Delivery
- Royal Mail Tracked 48 — £4.20
Usually delivered within 2–3 working days. Available for orders below £100. - Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.20 or FREE on orders of £100 or more
Aims for delivery on the next working day after dispatch. - Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50 or FREE on orders of £200 or more
Guaranteed delivery by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the United Kingdom, with parcels insured up to the full order value.
Estimated delivery times after dispatch:
- Europe: usually 3–5 business days.
- Rest of the world: usually 6–7 business days.
Add your models to the cart and enter your delivery address to view the available services and postage costs. Shipping is automatically combined by weight when purchasing multiple models.
Import Duties & Taxes
For supported destinations, any applicable duties and taxes are calculated and shown at checkout after you enter your delivery address. These charges are collected with your order and the parcel is sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due upon delivery.
Duty-paid delivery is currently available where shown at checkout for:
- United States
- Norway and Switzerland
- Selected European destinations: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not shown and collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). The recipient may therefore need to pay local import duties, taxes or handling charges before delivery.
Every model is carefully packaged to help ensure it arrives safely and securely.
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.
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Description
A striking and highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of de Havilland Mosquito FB.VI HR118, operated by RAF No. 235 Squadron during the D-Day period. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA32809 depicts aircraft 3-W in full black and white Allied invasion markings during June 1944.
No. 235 Squadron served within RAF Coastal Command and operated the Mosquito on maritime strike, reconnaissance and escort duties. The aircraft's combination of speed, range and concentrated forward-firing armament made it highly effective against enemy shipping and coastal targets.
During March 1944, a revised Coastal Command camouflage scheme was introduced for strike aircraft. The finish combined Extra Dark Sea Grey upper surfaces with lighter Sky undersides, providing an effective scheme for aircraft operating over the sea and around northern European coastlines.
Immediately before Operation Overlord, broad black and white identification stripes were applied to Allied aircraft taking part in the invasion. These highly visible markings were intended to reduce the risk of friendly fire from Allied ground and naval forces during the enormous concentration of aircraft operating over Normandy.
HR118 is reproduced with stripes across the wings and rear fuselage, RAF roundels, the individual aircraft number 3 and the squadron marking W. Red propeller spinners and finely rendered cockpit framing provide contrasting detail against the restrained Coastal Command finish.
Constructed primarily from moulded wood, the de Havilland Mosquito combined the performance of a fighter with the range and payload capacity of a light bomber. Its adaptable airframe was developed for bombing, night fighting, reconnaissance, maritime strike and low-level ground-attack operations.
The FB.VI became the principal fighter-bomber version of the Mosquito. It carried four machine guns in the nose and four 20 mm cannon beneath the forward fuselage, while bombs, rockets or external fuel tanks could be carried beneath the wings.
Limited to 3,000 pieces worldwide, this release is particularly appealing to collectors of D-Day aircraft and RAF Coastal Command subjects. The model features substantial diecast construction, a detailed cockpit beneath a clear canopy, twin rotating propellers, authentic invasion stripes, removable landing gear and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series
Model code: AA32809
Aircraft: de Havilland Mosquito FB.Mk VI
Serial: HR118
Tactical Markings: 3-W
Unit: Royal Air Force No. 235 Squadron
Command: RAF Coastal Command
Campaign / Event: Operation Overlord / D-Day
Theatre / Base: England / Normandy operations
Date/Period: 6th June 1944
Operator / Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom
Role: Fighter-bomber and maritime strike aircraft
Scale: 1:72
Limited Edition Size: 3,000 pieces worldwide
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: Limited-edition release, authentic HR118 and 3-W markings, Extra Dark Sea Grey Coastal Command finish, full black and white D-Day invasion stripes, detailed cockpit with clear canopy, red propeller spinners, twin rotating propellers, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand
Model Dimensions
Length: 6.75" or 17.1 cm
Width (Wingspan): 9" or 22.9 cm
Condition
Model Condition - Very Good (7/10)
- The model is in very good condition overall and comes complete.
- Outer gun is partially snapped but still sits okay in place; care should be taken when handling this area as it may be weaker than usual.
- Some paint loss is present to the rear edges of both wings, with one side being more noticeable.
- White paint has some faint crack lines running through it, with the most noticeable area being towards the tail on the white stripes.
- Some handling marks are present on the underside, including around the undercarriage area.
- Despite the noted imperfections, the model still displays well overall.
Box condition - Near Mint (9/10)
- Box is in near mint condition overall, with only light wear present.
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
Dispatch & Tracking
Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed.
Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel through our Track Your Order page, also available from the main menu.
UK Delivery
- Royal Mail Tracked 48 — £4.20
Usually delivered within 2–3 working days. Available for orders below £100. - Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.20 or FREE on orders of £100 or more
Aims for delivery on the next working day after dispatch. - Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50 or FREE on orders of £200 or more
Guaranteed delivery by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the United Kingdom, with parcels insured up to the full order value.
Estimated delivery times after dispatch:
- Europe: usually 3–5 business days.
- Rest of the world: usually 6–7 business days.
Add your models to the cart and enter your delivery address to view the available services and postage costs. Shipping is automatically combined by weight when purchasing multiple models.
Import Duties & Taxes
For supported destinations, any applicable duties and taxes are calculated and shown at checkout after you enter your delivery address. These charges are collected with your order and the parcel is sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due upon delivery.
Duty-paid delivery is currently available where shown at checkout for:
- United States
- Norway and Switzerland
- Selected European destinations: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not shown and collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). The recipient may therefore need to pay local import duties, taxes or handling charges before delivery.
Every model is carefully packaged to help ensure it arrives safely and securely.
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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