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Corgi AA36403 1:72 Eurofighter Typhoon F.Mk 2 RAF No.43 Sqn DA2 1998
Preowned - Mint (10/10)
Limited Edition
38 of 1810
Pieces Worldwide
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Description
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
Condition
Model Condition - Mint (10/10)
- Comes complete.
- Relatively low certificate number.
Box condition - Mint (10/10)
Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.
Any 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.
Grading
Grading Criteria
Our grading is based mainly on the physical condition of the model itself, including paintwork, attached parts, repairs, visible wear and overall presentation. Box condition and missing separate accessories are noted separately where applicable.
Mint (10/10)
- As new, with no visible flaws to the model itself.
Near Mint (9/10)
- Very light signs of handling, storage or display only.
Excellent (8/10)
- Light wear or a few tiny marks, but still displays very well.
Very Good (7/10)
- Noticeable wear, small chips or rubs, but still presentable as a display piece.
Good (6/10)
- Obvious overall wear, visible marks or paint loss; better suited as a display or filler piece.
Fair (5/10)
- Heavy wear, larger areas of paint loss, repairs or clearly visible flaws.
Spares / Repairs (4/10 or below)
- Significant damage, missing attached parts, broken components or best suited for restoration/spares.
If a separate accessory, stand, leaflet, certificate or optional part is missing, this will be mentioned in the listing notes. The model may still receive a high grade if the model itself remains in strong condition.
For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Condition Grading page.
Shipping
Goods will be shipped next day after the order is placed.
You can stay updated on your tracking information by clicking Track Your Order here. Alternatively, this can be located via the top menu under 'Track Your Order'.
Please allow extra time for delivery during the busy Christmas period.
UK Shipping
- Free Express Tracked Delivery (Royal Mail Tracked 24 – 1 Business day)
For orders over £100. - Free Premium Delivery (ParcelForce Express Tracked – 1 Business day)
For orders over £200. - Royal Mail Tracked 48 (2–3 working days) – £3.95
For orders under £100. - Royal Mail Express Tracked (1 business day) – £5.20
For orders under £100.
Worldwide
International shipping is available and fully insured up to the total order value. Add items to your cart and enter your delivery address in the cart to see postage before checkout. If you buy multiple items, the cart will automatically combine shipping costs based on item weight.
International Import Duties & Taxes
For selected duty-paid destinations, import duties and taxes are calculated and collected upfront at checkout. Where these charges are shown at checkout, your order will be shipped using a duty-paid service where available, helping to reduce the chance of additional import charges on delivery.
Selected European duty-paid destinations currently include Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
Duty-paid shipping may also be available for the United States, Norway and Switzerland where shown at checkout.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU), meaning import charges may be payable before delivery.
Products are packaged very well to ensure secure delivery and a happy customer.
Returns
- Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.
- Items must be returned in their original condition.
- Free UK customer returns.
- Non-UK customers are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe all items accurately to help you buy with confidence.
- Refunds are issued after inspection of the returned item.
For more information on returns, please visit our Returns Policy page.
Corgi AA36403 1:72 Eurofighter Typhoon F.Mk 2 RAF No.43 Sqn DA2 1998
Sale price£140.00 GBP
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Corgi AA36403 1:72 Eurofighter Typhoon F.Mk 2 RAF No.43 Sqn DA2 1998
Sale price£140.00 GBP
- Description
- Condition
- Grading
- Shipping
- Returns
Description
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
Condition
Model Condition - Mint (10/10)
- Comes complete.
- Relatively low certificate number.
Box condition - Mint (10/10)
Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.
Any 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.
Grading
Grading Criteria
Our grading is based mainly on the physical condition of the model itself, including paintwork, attached parts, repairs, visible wear and overall presentation. Box condition and missing separate accessories are noted separately where applicable.
Mint (10/10)
- As new, with no visible flaws to the model itself.
Near Mint (9/10)
- Very light signs of handling, storage or display only.
Excellent (8/10)
- Light wear or a few tiny marks, but still displays very well.
Very Good (7/10)
- Noticeable wear, small chips or rubs, but still presentable as a display piece.
Good (6/10)
- Obvious overall wear, visible marks or paint loss; better suited as a display or filler piece.
Fair (5/10)
- Heavy wear, larger areas of paint loss, repairs or clearly visible flaws.
Spares / Repairs (4/10 or below)
- Significant damage, missing attached parts, broken components or best suited for restoration/spares.
If a separate accessory, stand, leaflet, certificate or optional part is missing, this will be mentioned in the listing notes. The model may still receive a high grade if the model itself remains in strong condition.
For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Condition Grading page.
Shipping
Goods will be shipped next day after the order is placed.
You can stay updated on your tracking information by clicking Track Your Order here. Alternatively, this can be located via the top menu under 'Track Your Order'.
Please allow extra time for delivery during the busy Christmas period.
UK Shipping
- Free Express Tracked Delivery (Royal Mail Tracked 24 – 1 Business day)
For orders over £100. - Free Premium Delivery (ParcelForce Express Tracked – 1 Business day)
For orders over £200. - Royal Mail Tracked 48 (2–3 working days) – £3.95
For orders under £100. - Royal Mail Express Tracked (1 business day) – £5.20
For orders under £100.
Worldwide
International shipping is available and fully insured up to the total order value. Add items to your cart and enter your delivery address in the cart to see postage before checkout. If you buy multiple items, the cart will automatically combine shipping costs based on item weight.
International Import Duties & Taxes
For selected duty-paid destinations, import duties and taxes are calculated and collected upfront at checkout. Where these charges are shown at checkout, your order will be shipped using a duty-paid service where available, helping to reduce the chance of additional import charges on delivery.
Selected European duty-paid destinations currently include Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
Duty-paid shipping may also be available for the United States, Norway and Switzerland where shown at checkout.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU), meaning import charges may be payable before delivery.
Products are packaged very well to ensure secure delivery and a happy customer.
Returns
- Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.
- Items must be returned in their original condition.
- Free UK customer returns.
- Non-UK customers are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe all items accurately to help you buy with confidence.
- Refunds are issued after inspection of the returned item.
For more information on returns, please visit our Returns Policy page.
If you need to return an item, please email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under “About & Help” in the top menu.
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