An ultra-sleek, heavyweight 1:72 scale diecast replica celebrating the dawn of Europe's premier multirole fighter program. This premium model from Corgi's Aviation Archive Collector Series (AA36403) represents the Eurofighter Typhoon F.Mk 2 Development Aircraft 2 (DA2) as it appeared in its striking all-black evaluation livery.
Based at RAF Leuchars, Scotland, in 1998, this specific airframe (Serial ZH588) wore the legendary markings of the RAF's famous No. 43 "Fighting Cocks" Squadron during its critical testing phase. Designed as a co-operative air superiority effort between Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom, the Eurofighter first took flight on March 27, 1994.
Engineered to be intentionally aerodynamically unstable to provide unmatched maneuverability, the Typhoon relies on a computerized "fly-by-wire" flight system. The state-of-the-art aircraft was optimized for high-altitude supersonic combat while remaining highly capable at low levels, eventually replacing older frontline combat types like the Tornado F3 and Jaguar fighter-bombers.
Prized by modern military aviation collectors for its incredibly sleek aesthetics and rare 1,810-piece limited worldwide run, this model is built with high diecast metal content and feels surprisingly heavy. The F.2 single-seat configuration is represented with a large clear canopy that provides an excellent view of the detailed cockpit interior and pilot crew figure.
Advanced engineering highlights include functional canards situated ahead of the delta wing that rotate in unison, and a deployable speed brake that locks firmly into position. Underneath, the complex engine intakes are beautifully shaped to highlight the Typhoon's low-radar-signature design, leading back to detailed exhaust nozzles that clearly showcase internal afterburner ring structures.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series
Model code: AA36403
Aircraft: Eurofighter Typhoon F.Mk 2 / DA2 (Development Aircraft 2)
Serial/Tail Code: ZH588
Unit/Livery: RAF No.43 "Fighting Cocks" Sqn Evaluation Livery
Base Command: RAF Leuchars, Scotland
Date/Period: 1998
Scale: 1:72
Limited Edition Size: 1,810 pieces worldwide
Material: Heavyweight Diecast Metal with Minimal Plastic
Special Features: Striking all-black DA2 test livery with No. 43 Sqn tail flashes, rotating front canards, deployable locking speed brake, anti-radar profile engine intakes, detailed afterburner exhaust nozzles, clear cockpit canopy with pilot figure
Model Dimensions
Length: 8.75" or 22.2 cm
Width (Wingspan): 6" or 15.2 cm