{"product_id":"corgi-aa33613-1-72-panavia-tornado-gr-mk-1-raf-no-2-ac-sqn-za371-norway-1995","title":"Corgi AA33613 1:72 Panavia Tornado GR.Mk 1 RAF No.2 (AC) Sqn ZA371 Norway 1995","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA visually striking and highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of a Royal Air Force Panavia Tornado GR.Mk 1 carrying distinctive Arctic exercise camouflage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA33613 depicts Tornado ZA371 of RAF No. 2 (Army Co-operation) Squadron during a deployment to Norway in 1995.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal Air Force units regularly deployed to Norway to participate in demanding NATO exercises conducted in mountainous terrain and severe winter conditions. These deployments allowed aircrews to practise low-level navigation, reconnaissance and strike operations in an environment very different from the aircraft's normal operating bases in Britain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. 2 (AC) Squadron operated the specialised GR.1A reconnaissance version of the Tornado. The aircraft carried internally mounted reconnaissance equipment that allowed its crew to gather imagery and intelligence while flying at high speed and low altitude. The squadron maintained this important tactical reconnaissance role for many years before later transitioning to the upgraded Tornado GR.4A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZA371 is reproduced in an unusual temporary Arctic finish, with areas of white paint applied over the aircraft's standard green and grey camouflage. The irregular pattern was intended to help the Tornado blend into Norway's snow-covered landscape, creating one of the most distinctive schemes carried by an operational RAF Tornado.\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 the aircraft to combine efficient high-speed, low-level flight with improved take-off and landing performance. The Tornado served in strike, interception, electronic combat and reconnaissance roles, becoming one of the most important European military aircraft of its generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited to 1,300 pieces worldwide, this release is particularly appealing to collectors of modern RAF aircraft and unusual operational camouflage schemes. The model features heavyweight diecast construction, variable-geometry wings, synchronised movable elevators and finely reproduced heat shielding around the twin engine exhausts. Additional details include external fuel tanks, a positionable canopy with crew figures, detailed cockpit instrumentation, authentic squadron markings 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 AA33613\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Panavia Tornado GR.Mk 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial:\u003c\/strong\u003e ZA371\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Air Force No. 2 (Army Co-operation) Squadron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tactical reconnaissance aircraft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCampaign \/ Event:\u003c\/strong\u003e NATO winter exercise deployment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheatre \/ Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Norway\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1995\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Air Force \/ United Kingdom\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 1,300 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 Limited edition release, distinctive temporary Arctic camouflage, authentic RAF No. 2 (AC) Squadron markings, variable-geometry wings, synchronised movable elevators, detailed twin engine exhaust heat shielding, external fuel tanks, positionable cockpit canopy, integrated crew figures, detailed cockpit interior 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\u003eModel has the original factory plastic film around the wings and accessory packs are sealed.\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\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo notable defects.\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":57698314617214,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_4020.jpg?v=1784322895","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa33613-1-72-panavia-tornado-gr-mk-1-raf-no-2-ac-sqn-za371-norway-1995","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}