{"product_id":"corgi-aa36512-1-72-hawker-typhoon-mk-i-raf-no-245-northern-rhodesian-sqn-d-day-england-1944","title":"Corgi AA36512 1:72 Hawker Typhoon Mk I RAF No.245 Northern Rhodesian Sqn D-Day England 1944","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA powerful and highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of a rocket-armed Hawker Typhoon Mk I supporting Allied operations on D-Day.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA36512 depicts an aircraft of RAF No. 245 “Northern Rhodesian” Squadron operating from southern England on 6th June 1944.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the weeks preceding Operation Overlord, RAF Typhoon squadrons attacked radar stations, transport routes, defensive positions and other strategic targets across northern France. These operations were intended to disrupt German communications and reduce the ability of enemy forces to respond to the Allied landings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn D-Day itself, Typhoon units were available to provide rapid close air support to troops advancing from the Normandy beaches. Forward air controllers operating alongside ground forces could request attacks against enemy vehicles, strongpoints and troop concentrations, allowing the Typhoon to deliver its rockets and cannon fire with devastating effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis aircraft is reproduced in the green and grey camouflage carried by RAF fighter-bombers during 1944. Full black and white invasion stripes are applied across the wings and rear fuselage, while yellow leading-edge recognition markings, RAF roundels and the squadron code letters complete its distinctive operational appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned by Sydney Camm, the Hawker Typhoon was originally intended as a high-performance interceptor. Although its early development was affected by engine and structural difficulties, the aircraft proved exceptionally effective in the fighter-bomber role. Its powerful Napier Sabre engine, four 20 mm cannon and ability to carry rockets or bombs made it one of the most formidable Allied ground-attack aircraft of the war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited to only 1,000 pieces worldwide, this release is particularly appealing to collectors of D-Day aircraft and RAF ground-attack subjects. The model features heavyweight diecast construction, a detailed cockpit beneath a clear canopy, rotating four-bladed propeller, underwing rocket projectiles, authentic invasion stripes 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 AA36512\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hawker Typhoon Mk I\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Air Force No. 245 “Northern Rhodesian” Squadron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCampaign \/ Event:\u003c\/strong\u003e Operation Overlord \/ D-Day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheatre \/ Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southern England \/ Normandy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6th June 1944\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Air Force \/ United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fighter-bomber and ground-attack aircraft\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 1,000 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 Low-run limited edition, full D-Day invasion stripes, authentic RAF No. 245 Squadron markings, yellow wing leading-edge recognition panels, detailed cockpit, rotating four-bladed propeller, underwing rocket projectiles 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 5.25\" or 13.3 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\" or 17.8 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Near Mint (9\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall area of wear present to the edge of the white stripe on the topside of the wing.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Mint (10\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo defects to note.\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":57713792287102,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_4488.jpg?v=1784748891","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa36512-1-72-hawker-typhoon-mk-i-raf-no-245-northern-rhodesian-sqn-d-day-england-1944","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}