{"product_id":"corgi-aa35202-1-72-curtiss-p-40e-warhawk-rnzaf-no-15-sqn-jz-johnnie-gibson-whenuapai-new-zealand-1942","title":"Corgi AA35202 1:72 Curtiss P-40E Warhawk RNZAF No.15 Sqn JZ Johnnie Gibson Whenuapai New Zealand 1942","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of a Curtiss P-40E Warhawk operated by the Royal New Zealand Air Force during the Second World War.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA35202 depicts aircraft “JZ” of RNZAF No. 15 Squadron, associated with Flight Lieutenant Johnnie Gibson at Whenuapai, New Zealand, during 1942.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohnnie Gibson entered No. 15 Squadron as an experienced fighter pilot with victories previously achieved while flying Hawker Hurricanes. He subsequently flew the P-40 in the Pacific theatre and claimed his final aerial victory over Rabaul during January 1944.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aircraft is reproduced in a standard RAF-style desert camouflage scheme, combining sand and green upper surfaces with contrasting undersides. Prominent RNZAF roundels, the white individual code “JZ” and the New Zealand fin flash distinguish the aircraft from contemporary British-operated P-40s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Curtiss P-40 was developed as a rugged pursuit aircraft and first flew in 1938. Although its high-altitude performance was limited compared with some later fighters, it possessed strong diving characteristics, heavy armament and an exceptionally durable airframe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown as the Kittyhawk in Commonwealth service, the P-40 served extensively across North Africa, the Mediterranean, China and the Pacific. Its dependability and ability to operate from relatively undeveloped airfields made it particularly valuable to Allied forces in remote theatres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited to 2,700 pieces worldwide, this release is particularly appealing to collectors of RNZAF aviation and Pacific War aircraft. The model features heavyweight diecast construction, a detailed cockpit beneath a clear canopy, rotating propeller, authentic JZ markings, 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 AA35202\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Curtiss P-40E Warhawk \/ Kittyhawk IA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTactical Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e JZ\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flight Lieutenant Johnnie Gibson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal New Zealand Air Force No. 15 Squadron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCampaign \/ Event:\u003c\/strong\u003e Second World War Pacific operations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheatre \/ Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whenuapai, New Zealand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1942\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal New Zealand Air Force \/ New Zealand\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 2,700 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 RNZAF No. 15 Squadron markings, white JZ identification code, desert-style camouflage, clear cockpit canopy, detailed pilot figure, rotating propeller, 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 5.5\" or 14 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.25\" or 15.9 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Mint (10\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes complete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Excellent (8\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome shelf wear is present but excellent for the age in general.\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":57712850272638,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/corgi-aa35202-172-curtiss-p-40e-warhawk-rnzaf-no15-sqn-jz-johnnie-gibson-whenuapai-new-zealand-1942-3354107.jpg?v=1784737654","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa35202-1-72-curtiss-p-40e-warhawk-rnzaf-no-15-sqn-jz-johnnie-gibson-whenuapai-new-zealand-1942","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}