{"product_id":"corgi-aa34106-1-72-blackburn-buccaneer-s-mk-50-saaf-no-24-sqn-waterkloof-south-africa-1970","title":"Corgi AA34106 1:72 Blackburn Buccaneer S.Mk 50 SAAF No.24 Sqn Waterkloof South Africa 1970","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA substantial and highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of a Blackburn Buccaneer S.Mk 50 operated by the South African Air Force during 1970.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA34106 depicts an aircraft of SAAF No. 24 Squadron while based at Waterkloof in South Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSouth Africa was the only overseas customer for the Blackburn Buccaneer and ordered 16 aircraft for the South African Air Force. Designated the Buccaneer S.Mk 50, these aircraft were based on the British S.Mk 2 but incorporated modifications suited to land-based operations in the demanding southern African environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. 24 Squadron operated the Buccaneer from Waterkloof and used the aircraft for maritime strike, ground attack and long-range weapons delivery. Its combination of high-speed, low-level performance and substantial weapons capacity made it a particularly capable strike aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S.Mk 50 differed from Royal Navy Buccaneers by omitting the hydraulic wing-folding equipment required for carrier operations. It was also equipped with powerful Bristol Siddeley BS.605 auxiliary rocket engines, which provided additional thrust when operating from high-altitude airfields with heavy weapons or fuel loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model recreates the aircraft in a distinctive overall blue finish with South African national insignia, No. 24 Squadron markings and the individual aircraft number 414. Its broad wings, prominent engine nacelles and large rear airbrake capture the unmistakable appearance of the Buccaneer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally developed as a low-level naval strike aircraft, the Blackburn Buccaneer first flew in 1958. Its exceptionally strong airframe, boundary-layer control system and stable low-altitude handling allowed it to penetrate hostile airspace while carrying conventional weapons, anti-ship missiles or other specialised ordnance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited to 2,100 pieces worldwide, this Corgi release is particularly appealing to collectors of South African military aviation and uncommon Buccaneer variants. The model features heavyweight diecast construction, finely reproduced vortex generators, a detailed two-seat cockpit, an articulated rear airbrake, a positionable arrestor hook, removable landing gear 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 AA34106\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blackburn Buccaneer S.Mk 50\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTactical Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e 414\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e South African Air Force No. 24 Squadron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maritime strike and ground-attack aircraft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheatre \/ Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Waterkloof, South Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1970\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e South African Air Force \/ South Africa\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 2,100 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, authentic SAAF No. 24 Squadron markings, distinctive blue finish, aircraft number 414, detailed two-seat cockpit, finely reproduced vortex generators, articulated rear airbrake, positionable arrestor hook, removable landing gear 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 10.5\" or 26.7 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.25\" or 18.4 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Excellent (8\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel is in excellent condition overall, with no other aircraft defects to note.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne closed undercarriage accessory has \u003cstrong\u003ebroken pins, which remain inside the airframe.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefuel probe has previously \u003cstrong\u003ebroken and been repaired\u003c\/strong\u003e; the repair is quite discreet and hard to spot, but care should be taken when fitting it to the airframe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDespite the noted accessory issues, the model still displays very well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Near Mint (9\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBox is in near mint condition for its age, with light wear present.\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":57744522871166,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_4973.jpg?v=1784916819","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa34106-1-72-blackburn-buccaneer-s-mk-50-saaf-no-24-sqn-waterkloof-south-africa-1970","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}