{"product_id":"corgi-aa33608-1-72-panavia-tornado-ids-bundesmarine-mfg-1-schleswig-germany-1987","title":"Corgi AA33608 1:72 Panavia Tornado IDS Bundesmarine MFG 1 Schleswig Germany 1987","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA distinctive and highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of a Panavia Tornado IDS operated by the German Bundesmarine's Marinefliegergeschwader 1.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA33608 depicts an MFG 1 aircraft based at Schleswig in Germany during 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarinefliegergeschwader 1 became the first German naval aviation unit to receive the Tornado, replacing its earlier Lockheed F-104 Starfighters. The new aircraft provided a significant improvement in maritime strike capability, avionics, navigation and weapons delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerman naval Tornados were tasked with attacking hostile shipping and supporting NATO maritime operations in the Baltic and North Sea regions. Their high-speed, low-level performance and ability to carry anti-ship weapons made them particularly well suited to this demanding role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model recreates the aircraft in a dark blue-grey maritime finish with German national markings, MFG 1 insignia and the prominent “Marine” identification associated with Bundesmarine aviation. External fuel tanks and underwing stores complete the operational appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped jointly by the United Kingdom, West Germany and Italy, the Panavia Tornado first flew in 1974. Its variable-geometry wings allowed it to combine efficient high-speed, low-level flight with improved take-off and landing performance. The IDS variant served as a versatile strike, reconnaissance and maritime attack aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited to 2,200 pieces worldwide, this release is particularly appealing to collectors of German naval aviation and Cold War aircraft. The model features heavyweight diecast construction, variable-geometry wings, synchronised movable elevators, simulated engine exhaust heat shielding, positionable cockpit canopy, external fuel tanks 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 AA33608\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Panavia Tornado IDS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bundesmarine Marinefliegergeschwader 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maritime strike aircraft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheatre \/ Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Schleswig, Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1987\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e German Naval Aviation \/ West Germany\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 2,200 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 Authentic Bundesmarine MFG 1 markings, dark maritime finish, variable-geometry wings, synchronised movable elevators, simulated engine heat shielding, positionable cockpit canopy, integrated crew figures, external fuel tanks 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 7.75\" or 19.7 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - New (10\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe tray is still sealed and the original wrap is around the wings, nose and top of the aircraft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Excellent (8\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe box has wear to the edges and corners but is in excellent condition for the age.\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":57713926898046,"sku":null,"price":62.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_4559_93957c3d-a3d4-42c3-9eec-621c6b0338aa.jpg?v=1784749466","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa33608-1-72-panavia-tornado-ids-bundesmarine-mfg-1-schleswig-germany-1987","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}