A highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of a Royal Air Force SEPECAT Jaguar GR.Mk 1 serving with No. 6 Squadron at RAF Coltishall during 1990. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA35401 depicts aircraft XX970 in its operational green and grey camouflage scheme.
No. 6 Squadron developed a long association with the Jaguar and operated the type from RAF Coltishall. The aircraft was used for low-level strike, tactical reconnaissance and close-support duties, providing the RAF with an agile and effective attack platform throughout the later Cold War period.
Aircraft XX970 is recreated with subdued RAF roundels, No. 6 Squadron markings and the unit’s distinctive flying-can-opener emblem. The model also carries external fuel tanks and underwing stores representative of the Jaguar’s operational strike configuration.
The SEPECAT Jaguar was developed jointly by Britain and France in response to requirements for an advanced trainer and light attack aircraft. First flown in 1968, it evolved into a capable supersonic strike aircraft well suited to fast, low-level operations.
The Jaguar’s compact airframe, swept wings and twin-engine configuration allowed it to operate from comparatively short runways while carrying a useful weapons load. RAF Jaguars remained in operational service until 2007 and participated in numerous overseas deployments and combat operations.
This Corgi release features substantial diecast construction, movable elevators, simulated metallic heat shielding around the engine exhausts and a separately applied nose-camera lens. Further details include underwing stores, removable landing gear, authentic No. 6 Squadron markings and the original presentation display stand.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series
Model code: AA35401
Aircraft: SEPECAT Jaguar GR.Mk 1
Serial: XX970
Unit: Royal Air Force No. 6 Squadron
Role: Strike and ground-attack aircraft
Theatre / Base: RAF Coltishall, England
Date/Period: 1990
Operator / Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom
Scale: 1:72
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: Authentic RAF No. 6 Squadron markings, green and grey camouflage, flying-can-opener emblem, movable elevators, simulated metallic engine heat shielding, nose-camera lens, underwing fuel tanks and stores, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand
Model Dimensions
Length: 9.25" or 23.5 cm
Width (Wingspan): 4.75" or 12.1 cm