{"product_id":"corgi-aa35402-1-72-sepecat-jaguar-gr-mk-1-xz364-sandman-no-54-sqn-operation-granby-1991","title":"Corgi AA35402 1:72 SEPECAT Jaguar GR.Mk 1 XZ364 Sandman No.54 Sqn RAF Muharraq Operation Granby 1991","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA striking 1:72 scale diecast representation of SEPECAT Jaguar GR.Mk 1 XZ364 “Sandman” of Royal Air Force No.54 Squadron during Operation Granby in 1991.\u003c\/strong\u003e Corgi AA35402 recreates the aircraft in the distinctive desert-pink finish worn while operating from RAF Muharraq in Bahrain during the Gulf War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRAF Jaguars deployed to the Middle East as part of Operation Granby, the British contribution to the coalition campaign against Iraqi forces. The aircraft undertook demanding strike and reconnaissance missions, frequently operating at low level in support of coalition operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXZ364 carried the individual name “Sandman” together with subdued national markings and operational artwork. The pale desert camouflage became one of the most recognisable RAF colour schemes of the conflict and gives this release a particularly distinctive appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SEPECAT Jaguar was developed jointly by Britain and France and first flew in 1968. Although initially associated with an advanced trainer requirement, the design evolved into an effective supersonic strike aircraft capable of operating at low altitude and from relatively austere airfields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased within Corgi’s Aviation Archive Collector Series and limited to 3,200 pieces worldwide, the model features heavyweight diecast construction, movable elevators, simulated engine heat shielding, underwing fuel tanks and ordnance, removable landing gear and a presentation display 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\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Code\/MPN:\u003c\/strong\u003e AA35402\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e SEPECAT Jaguar GR.Mk 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft Serial:\u003c\/strong\u003e XZ364\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sandman\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit\/Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Air Force No.54 Squadron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCampaign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Operation Granby \/ Gulf War\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase\/Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e RAF Muharraq, Bahrain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear\/Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1991\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator\/Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Air Force \/ United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3,200 pieces worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavyweight diecast metal with detailed plastic components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic Sandman markings, desert-pink finish, movable elevators, simulated engine heat shielding, underwing stores, removable landing gear and presentation display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.25\" or 23.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.75\" or 12.1 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - New\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe model has never been displayed and remains in new condition. Accessories are still sealed. Only removed to inspect the underside for any defects.\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\u003eThe box remains in near mint condition for its age, with only very light shelf 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":57920952828286,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_6581.jpg?v=1787786010","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa35402-1-72-sepecat-jaguar-gr-mk-1-xz364-sandman-no-54-sqn-operation-granby-1991","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}