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Corgi AA36601 1:72 Lockheed P-38J Lightning USAAF 49th FG 9th FS 42-103993 Marge Richard Bong New Guinea 1942
Preowned - Excellent (8/10)
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Description
A highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of Lockheed P-38J Lightning 42-103993 “Marge”, associated with America’s highest-scoring fighter ace of the Second World War, Major Richard Bong. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA36601 depicts the aircraft while serving with the USAAF 9th Fighter Squadron, 49th Fighter Group, in New Guinea during 1942.
Richard Bong began flying combat missions in the South-West Pacific, where the range, speed and heavy nose-mounted armament of the P-38 Lightning made it particularly well suited to operations across the vast distances of the theatre. Bong quickly established himself as an exceptional fighter pilot and ultimately achieved 40 confirmed aerial victories.
The aircraft carried the name “Marge” in honour of Bong’s future wife, with her portrait prominently displayed on the nose. The model recreates the aircraft in its natural-metal finish with olive-drab anti-glare panels, red recognition markings on the propeller spinners and wingtips, and early USAAF star-and-bar insignia.
Designed to meet a United States Army Air Corps requirement for a high-performance interceptor, the Lockheed P-38 first flew in 1939. Its distinctive twin-boom layout, central cockpit nacelle and twin turbo-supercharged engines gave the aircraft exceptional speed, range and firepower.
The P-38 served as a fighter, fighter-bomber, reconnaissance aircraft and long-range escort. Its concentrated nose armament eliminated the need for gun convergence and gave pilots an accurate and powerful weapons platform, while its long range proved especially valuable in the Pacific theatre.
Limited to 3,990 pieces worldwide, this release is particularly appealing to collectors of Pacific War aircraft, USAAF fighters and historically significant aviation personalities. The model features heavyweight diecast construction, detailed turbocharger and radiator components, a glazed cockpit with pilot figure, rotating propellers, removable landing gear and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series
Model code: AA36601
Aircraft: Lockheed P-38J Lightning
Serial: 42-103993
Aircraft Name: Marge
Pilot: Major Richard Bong
Unit: USAAF 9th Fighter Squadron, 49th Fighter Group
Campaign / Event: South-West Pacific operations
Theatre / Base: New Guinea
Date/Period: 1942
Operator / Country: United States Army Air Forces / United States
Scale: 1:72
Limited Edition Size: 3,990 pieces worldwide
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: Authentic Marge nose artwork, natural-metal finish, olive-drab anti-glare panels, red recognition markings, detailed twin engines and turbochargers, glazed cockpit with pilot figure, rotating propellers, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand
Model Dimensions
Length: 6.25" or 15.9 cm
Width (Wingspan): 8.75" or 22.2 cm
Condition
Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)
- A patch of wear is present on the topside of the wing and a mark on the tails horizontal stabiliser (middle).
Box condition - Excellent (8/10)
- Excellent condition for the age, has some wear to the edges and corners.
- The plastic tray lid has yellowed.
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.
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- 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
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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 AA36601 1:72 Lockheed P-38J Lightning USAAF 49th FG 9th FS 42-103993 Marge Richard Bong New Guinea 1942
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Description
A highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of Lockheed P-38J Lightning 42-103993 “Marge”, associated with America’s highest-scoring fighter ace of the Second World War, Major Richard Bong. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA36601 depicts the aircraft while serving with the USAAF 9th Fighter Squadron, 49th Fighter Group, in New Guinea during 1942.
Richard Bong began flying combat missions in the South-West Pacific, where the range, speed and heavy nose-mounted armament of the P-38 Lightning made it particularly well suited to operations across the vast distances of the theatre. Bong quickly established himself as an exceptional fighter pilot and ultimately achieved 40 confirmed aerial victories.
The aircraft carried the name “Marge” in honour of Bong’s future wife, with her portrait prominently displayed on the nose. The model recreates the aircraft in its natural-metal finish with olive-drab anti-glare panels, red recognition markings on the propeller spinners and wingtips, and early USAAF star-and-bar insignia.
Designed to meet a United States Army Air Corps requirement for a high-performance interceptor, the Lockheed P-38 first flew in 1939. Its distinctive twin-boom layout, central cockpit nacelle and twin turbo-supercharged engines gave the aircraft exceptional speed, range and firepower.
The P-38 served as a fighter, fighter-bomber, reconnaissance aircraft and long-range escort. Its concentrated nose armament eliminated the need for gun convergence and gave pilots an accurate and powerful weapons platform, while its long range proved especially valuable in the Pacific theatre.
Limited to 3,990 pieces worldwide, this release is particularly appealing to collectors of Pacific War aircraft, USAAF fighters and historically significant aviation personalities. The model features heavyweight diecast construction, detailed turbocharger and radiator components, a glazed cockpit with pilot figure, rotating propellers, removable landing gear and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series
Model code: AA36601
Aircraft: Lockheed P-38J Lightning
Serial: 42-103993
Aircraft Name: Marge
Pilot: Major Richard Bong
Unit: USAAF 9th Fighter Squadron, 49th Fighter Group
Campaign / Event: South-West Pacific operations
Theatre / Base: New Guinea
Date/Period: 1942
Operator / Country: United States Army Air Forces / United States
Scale: 1:72
Limited Edition Size: 3,990 pieces worldwide
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: Authentic Marge nose artwork, natural-metal finish, olive-drab anti-glare panels, red recognition markings, detailed twin engines and turbochargers, glazed cockpit with pilot figure, rotating propellers, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand
Model Dimensions
Length: 6.25" or 15.9 cm
Width (Wingspan): 8.75" or 22.2 cm
Condition
Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)
- A patch of wear is present on the topside of the wing and a mark on the tails horizontal stabiliser (middle).
Box condition - Excellent (8/10)
- Excellent condition for the age, has some wear to the edges and corners.
- The plastic tray lid has yellowed.
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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