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Corgi AA34103 1:72 Blackburn Buccaneer S.Mk 2 Royal Navy No.801 NAS XN981 HMS Victorious 1965

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Preowned - Very Good (7/10)
Limited edition 3400 worldwide
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Description

A substantial and highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of a Royal Navy Blackburn Buccaneer S.Mk 2 serving aboard HMS Victorious during 1965. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA34103 depicts aircraft XN981 of No. 801 Naval Air Squadron.

The Buccaneer was originally developed to meet a Royal Navy requirement for a powerful, carrier-based strike aircraft capable of penetrating hostile defences at extremely low altitude. Its principal role was to attack enemy warships using conventional or nuclear weapons.

No. 801 Naval Air Squadron reformed at RAF Lossiemouth in October 1965 after converting from the earlier Buccaneer S.Mk 1 to the more capable S.Mk 2. The upgraded aircraft offered more powerful engines and improved operational performance.

Aircraft XN981 is reproduced in the dark blue-grey finish associated with early Royal Navy Buccaneers. White undersides, Fleet Air Arm roundels, prominent Royal Navy lettering and the individual aircraft number 234 create a striking carrier-based appearance.

The Blackburn Buccaneer's strong airframe, boundary-layer control system and powerful twin engines allowed it to operate effectively from British aircraft carriers. Its ability to remain stable at very low altitude also made it an exceptionally capable maritime strike platform.

Limited to 3,400 pieces worldwide, this release is particularly appealing to collectors of Royal Navy aviation and early Buccaneer variants. The model features heavyweight diecast construction, detailed cockpit glazing, finely reproduced vortex generators, an articulated rear airbrake, positionable arrestor hook, robust landing gear and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: AA34103

Aircraft: Blackburn Buccaneer S.Mk 2

Serial: XN981

Tactical Markings: 234

Unit: Royal Navy No. 801 Naval Air Squadron

Carrier: HMS Victorious

Date/Period: 1965

Operator / Country: Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm / United Kingdom

Role: Carrier-based maritime strike aircraft

Scale: 1:72

Limited Edition Size: 3,400 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components

Special Features: Authentic No. 801 NAS markings, XN981 serial, aircraft number 234, early Royal Navy dark blue-grey finish, detailed cockpit, articulated rear airbrake, positionable arrestor hook, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 10.5" or 26.7 cm

Width (Wingspan): 7.25" or 18.4 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Very Good (7/10)

  • Large paint bubble present on the topside of the wing near the end.
  • Some lifted paint is present on the underside of the wing where the fuel tank sits (marked with a red arrow).
  • The lifted paint does not appear to be from any repair and looks to have naturally lifted over time.
  • Comes complete.

Box condition - Excellent (8/10)

  • The box is in excellent condition for the age with only some light wear to the corners and edges.

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.

Condition

This model has sold. Its condition details have been removed because they described the specific item that was available. If another example becomes available, it will be inspected and listed with its own condition details and photographs.

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. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.

If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.

Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.


UK Delivery

  • Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.

  • Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.

  • Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.


International Delivery

We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.

  • Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.

  • Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.

 

Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.

If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.


Import Duties & Taxes

For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.

Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.

If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.


We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.

Returns

Returns

You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.

Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.

We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.

To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.

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Description

A substantial and highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of a Royal Navy Blackburn Buccaneer S.Mk 2 serving aboard HMS Victorious during 1965. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA34103 depicts aircraft XN981 of No. 801 Naval Air Squadron.

The Buccaneer was originally developed to meet a Royal Navy requirement for a powerful, carrier-based strike aircraft capable of penetrating hostile defences at extremely low altitude. Its principal role was to attack enemy warships using conventional or nuclear weapons.

No. 801 Naval Air Squadron reformed at RAF Lossiemouth in October 1965 after converting from the earlier Buccaneer S.Mk 1 to the more capable S.Mk 2. The upgraded aircraft offered more powerful engines and improved operational performance.

Aircraft XN981 is reproduced in the dark blue-grey finish associated with early Royal Navy Buccaneers. White undersides, Fleet Air Arm roundels, prominent Royal Navy lettering and the individual aircraft number 234 create a striking carrier-based appearance.

The Blackburn Buccaneer's strong airframe, boundary-layer control system and powerful twin engines allowed it to operate effectively from British aircraft carriers. Its ability to remain stable at very low altitude also made it an exceptionally capable maritime strike platform.

Limited to 3,400 pieces worldwide, this release is particularly appealing to collectors of Royal Navy aviation and early Buccaneer variants. The model features heavyweight diecast construction, detailed cockpit glazing, finely reproduced vortex generators, an articulated rear airbrake, positionable arrestor hook, robust landing gear and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: AA34103

Aircraft: Blackburn Buccaneer S.Mk 2

Serial: XN981

Tactical Markings: 234

Unit: Royal Navy No. 801 Naval Air Squadron

Carrier: HMS Victorious

Date/Period: 1965

Operator / Country: Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm / United Kingdom

Role: Carrier-based maritime strike aircraft

Scale: 1:72

Limited Edition Size: 3,400 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components

Special Features: Authentic No. 801 NAS markings, XN981 serial, aircraft number 234, early Royal Navy dark blue-grey finish, detailed cockpit, articulated rear airbrake, positionable arrestor hook, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 10.5" or 26.7 cm

Width (Wingspan): 7.25" or 18.4 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Very Good (7/10)

  • Large paint bubble present on the topside of the wing near the end.
  • Some lifted paint is present on the underside of the wing where the fuel tank sits (marked with a red arrow).
  • The lifted paint does not appear to be from any repair and looks to have naturally lifted over time.
  • Comes complete.

Box condition - Excellent (8/10)

  • The box is in excellent condition for the age with only some light wear to the corners and edges.

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.

Condition

This model has sold. Its condition details have been removed because they described the specific item that was available. If another example becomes available, it will be inspected and listed with its own condition details and photographs.

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. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.

If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.

Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.


UK Delivery

  • Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.

  • Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.

  • Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.


International Delivery

We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.

  • Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.

  • Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.

 

Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.

If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.


Import Duties & Taxes

For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.

Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.

If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.


We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.

Returns

Returns

You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.

Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.

We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.

To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.