{"product_id":"corgi-aa33403-1-72-sikorsky-vh-3d-sea-king-usmc-hmx-1-marine-one-issues","title":"Corgi AA33403 1:72 Sikorsky VH-3D Sea King USMC HMX-1 Marine One *ISSUES*","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA substantial and highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of the Sikorsky VH-3D Sea King used for presidential transport by the United States Marine Corps.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA33403 depicts a Marine One helicopter operated by Marine Helicopter Squadron One, better known as HMX-1 “Nighthawks”, from Marine Corps Air Facility Quantico, Virginia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHMX-1 is responsible for the helicopter transportation of the President of the United States, senior government officials and other authorised passengers. Although the call sign “Marine One” is only used when the President is aboard, it has become closely associated with the distinctive green and white helicopters operated by the squadron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe VH-3D was introduced as an extensively modified executive transport development of the Sikorsky Sea King. Its interior was configured for secure VIP transport, while its communications, navigation and defensive systems were adapted to meet the specialised requirements of presidential operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis model recreates the aircraft's recognisable dark green and white finish, with “United States of America” lettering applied prominently along the fuselage. Additional external details include the extensive cockpit glazing, prominent radar and communications equipment, wheeled undercarriage and the large sliding side door associated with the Sea King's spacious passenger cabin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally developed to meet a United States Navy requirement for an all-weather anti-submarine helicopter, the Sikorsky Sea King first flew in 1959. Its twin-engine design, boat-shaped hull and large cabin allowed the aircraft to undertake anti-submarine warfare, search and rescue, transport and airborne early warning missions. The type was subsequently adapted for numerous specialist roles and served with military and government operators around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis impressive Corgi release is particularly appealing to collectors of presidential aviation, United States Marine Corps aircraft and large-scale helicopter models. It features heavyweight diecast construction, a detailed cockpit and passenger cabin, a sliding cargo door and interchangeable rotor configurations. Two complete sets of rotor blades are supplied, with one designed to represent the natural droop of stationary blades and another curved upwards for an in-flight display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\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 AA33403\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sikorsky VH-3D Sea King\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States Marine Corps HMX-1 “Nighthawks”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCall Sign \/ Association:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marine One\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Presidential and executive transport helicopter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheatre \/ Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marine Corps Air Facility Quantico, Virginia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States Marine Corps \/ United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\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 Marine One green and white finish, United States of America fuselage lettering, detailed cockpit and passenger compartment, extensive clear glazing, sliding side cargo door, radar and communications equipment, wheeled undercarriage, two interchangeable rotor blade sets and original presentation display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.25\" or 31.1 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Rotor Span):\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.25\" or 26 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Fair (5\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZinc rot is present, with associated cracking visible through areas of the white-painted finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere are inconsistencies and areas of missing green paint around the airframe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimilar deterioration has been observed on other examples of this particular model type and can occur regardless of whether a model has been displayed or retained in its original packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe model does not appear to have been displayed, with both sets of rotor blades remaining sealed as originally supplied from the factory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs zinc rot can continue to develop over time, the future progression of the affected areas cannot be predicted or guaranteed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Very Good (7\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome general wear is present around the edges of the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe packaging remains structurally sound overall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\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\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":57706316595582,"sku":null,"price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/corgi-aa33403-172-sikorsky-vh-3d-sea-king-usmc-hmx-1-marine-one-issues-4230022.jpg?v=1784571935","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa33403-1-72-sikorsky-vh-3d-sea-king-usmc-hmx-1-marine-one-issues","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}