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Corgi AA34104 1:72 Blackburn Buccaneer S.Mk 2B RAF No.12 Sqn XX885 RAF Muharraq Gulf War 1991

Sale price£60.00 GBP
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Limited edition 1801 of 3900 worldwide

Condition summary

Model condition
Near Mint (9/10)
Box condition
Fair (5/10)
Completeness
See condition notes
  • Small mark to the engine inlet.
Full condition notes

Model condition

  • Small mark to the engine inlet.
  • The refueling probe is a little worn but still fits into place.

Box condition

  • Heavier wear and crushing to the front is present but structurally fine overall.
  • The tray inside is in mint condition.

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Description

A substantial and highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of a Royal Air Force Blackburn Buccaneer S.Mk 2B deployed during the 1991 Gulf War. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA34104 depicts aircraft XX885 of RAF No. 12 Squadron while operating from RAF Muharraq in Bahrain.

RAF Buccaneers were deployed to the Gulf during Operation Granby to provide laser target designation support for Tornado strike aircraft. Their arrival allowed British aircraft to deliver precision-guided weapons more accurately against heavily defended targets.

Aircraft XX885 carried the individual identification letter “L” and operated alongside the small force of veteran Buccaneers sent to the region. During the later stages of the campaign, Buccaneers also released their own laser-guided bombs against selected targets.

The model recreates the pale desert-pink finish applied to RAF aircraft during the Gulf War. Subdued national markings, individual aircraft codes and operational artwork contrast with the otherwise restrained camouflage, while external stores reflect the Buccaneer's deployed strike configuration.

Originally designed as a low-level naval strike aircraft, the Blackburn Buccaneer combined an exceptionally strong airframe with powerful twin engines and advanced aerodynamic features. Its stable low-level handling and heavy weapons capacity allowed the aircraft to remain operationally effective long after its introduction.

Limited to 3,900 pieces worldwide, this release is particularly appealing to collectors of Gulf War aircraft and Royal Air Force strike subjects. The model features heavyweight diecast construction, detailed cockpit glazing, finely reproduced vortex generators, an articulated rear airbrake, positionable arrestor hook, external stores and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: AA34104

Aircraft: Blackburn Buccaneer S.Mk 2B

Serial: XX885

Tactical Markings: L

Unit: Royal Air Force No. 12 Squadron

Campaign / Event: Operation Granby / Gulf War

Theatre / Base: RAF Muharraq, Bahrain

Date/Period: 1991

Operator / Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom

Role: Laser designation and strike aircraft

Scale: 1:72

Limited Edition Size: 3,900 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components

Special Features: Authentic Operation Granby desert-pink finish, RAF No. 12 Squadron markings, XX885 serial, aircraft code L, detailed cockpit, articulated rear airbrake, positionable arrestor hook, external stores, 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 - Near Mint (9/10)

  • Small mark to the engine inlet.
  • The refueling probe is a little worn but still fits into place.

Box condition - Fair (5/10)

  • Heavier wear and crushing to the front is present but structurally fine overall.
  • The tray inside is in mint condition.

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.

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 Air Force Blackburn Buccaneer S.Mk 2B deployed during the 1991 Gulf War. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA34104 depicts aircraft XX885 of RAF No. 12 Squadron while operating from RAF Muharraq in Bahrain.

RAF Buccaneers were deployed to the Gulf during Operation Granby to provide laser target designation support for Tornado strike aircraft. Their arrival allowed British aircraft to deliver precision-guided weapons more accurately against heavily defended targets.

Aircraft XX885 carried the individual identification letter “L” and operated alongside the small force of veteran Buccaneers sent to the region. During the later stages of the campaign, Buccaneers also released their own laser-guided bombs against selected targets.

The model recreates the pale desert-pink finish applied to RAF aircraft during the Gulf War. Subdued national markings, individual aircraft codes and operational artwork contrast with the otherwise restrained camouflage, while external stores reflect the Buccaneer's deployed strike configuration.

Originally designed as a low-level naval strike aircraft, the Blackburn Buccaneer combined an exceptionally strong airframe with powerful twin engines and advanced aerodynamic features. Its stable low-level handling and heavy weapons capacity allowed the aircraft to remain operationally effective long after its introduction.

Limited to 3,900 pieces worldwide, this release is particularly appealing to collectors of Gulf War aircraft and Royal Air Force strike subjects. The model features heavyweight diecast construction, detailed cockpit glazing, finely reproduced vortex generators, an articulated rear airbrake, positionable arrestor hook, external stores and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: AA34104

Aircraft: Blackburn Buccaneer S.Mk 2B

Serial: XX885

Tactical Markings: L

Unit: Royal Air Force No. 12 Squadron

Campaign / Event: Operation Granby / Gulf War

Theatre / Base: RAF Muharraq, Bahrain

Date/Period: 1991

Operator / Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom

Role: Laser designation and strike aircraft

Scale: 1:72

Limited Edition Size: 3,900 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components

Special Features: Authentic Operation Granby desert-pink finish, RAF No. 12 Squadron markings, XX885 serial, aircraft code L, detailed cockpit, articulated rear airbrake, positionable arrestor hook, external stores, 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 - Near Mint (9/10)

  • Small mark to the engine inlet.
  • The refueling probe is a little worn but still fits into place.

Box condition - Fair (5/10)

  • Heavier wear and crushing to the front is present but structurally fine overall.
  • The tray inside is in mint condition.

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.

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.