{"product_id":"corgi-aa32818-1-72-de-havilland-mosquito-fb-mk-vi-raf-no-143-sqn-banff-1945","title":"Corgi AA32818 1:72 de Havilland Mosquito FB.Mk VI RAF No.143 Sqn Banff 1945","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA lethal anti-shipping raider from the legendary Banff Strike Wing.\u003c\/strong\u003e This highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast model by Corgi (AA32818) replicates the de Havilland Mosquito FB.Mk VI (HR405 \/ NE-A), flown by Squadron Leader David Pritchard DFC of No.143 Squadron, operating out of RAF Banff, Scotland, in February 1945. Part of the specialized Banff Strike Wing under RAF Coastal Command, No.143 Squadron flew incredibly hazardous, low-level rocket and cannon attacks against heavily defended German shipping and U-boats hidden deep inside Norwegian fjords. This specific aircraft is historically famous for leading key strikes, including a major engagement against Luftwaffe FW190s of JG5 on March 23, 1945. Finished in an authentic Coastal Command Extra Dark Sea Grey and Sky camouflage scheme, this model captures the lethal, elegant design of the \"Wooden Wonder.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for curators of RAF Coastal Command operations and late-war anti-shipping history, this Aviation Archive Collector Series release serves as a definitive historical artifact. The model is engineered for exceptional scale accuracy, featuring an array of 25lb armor-piercing underwing rockets, nose-mounted machine guns, and four 20mm cannon ports beneath the fuselage. Key engineering highlights include highly detailed air and oil coolant radiator ducts that can be configured in either the open or closed positions, a large birdcage canopy revealing the internal crew crew figures, and a sleek presentation display stand that cradles the twin-engine aircraft in an in-flight profile. This premium diecast metal model offers a sophisticated display presence for collectors prioritizing combat provenance and tactical maritime aviation legacy.\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 AA32818\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e de Havilland DH.98 Mosquito FB.Mk VI (Fighter-Bomber)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial\/Tactical Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e HR405 \/ NE-A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sqn. Ldr. David Pritchard DFC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e RAF Coastal Command No.143 Squadron (Banff Strike Wing)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e RAF Banff, Scotland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 1945\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,400 pieces worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diecast Metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic 25lb AP underwing rockets, configurable open\/closed radiator ducts, twin crew figures, custom 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 6.75\" or 17.1 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWingspan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\" or 22.9 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 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome scratching to the topside wing decal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLast certificate number.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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\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":57474464973182,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/corgi-aa32818-172-de-havilland-mosquito-fbmk-vi-raf-no143-sqn-banff-1945-8090952.jpg?v=1780426709","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa32818-1-72-de-havilland-mosquito-fb-mk-vi-raf-no-143-sqn-banff-1945","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}