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Corgi AA36613 1:72 Lockheed P-38J Lightning USAAF 367th FG Scrapiron IV 1944

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Preowned - Excellent (8/10)
Limited Edition
649 of 1000
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Description

A faithful 1:72 scale replication celebrating an exceptional "Ace in a Day" twin-boom heavy fighter. This diecast model by Corgi (AA36613) replicates the Lockheed P-38J Lightning (#44-23590), famously named "Scrapiron IV". First flown on January 27, 1939, to satisfy a USAAC requirement for a high-performance fighter, the P-38 featured a highly recognizable layout with twin-booms, twin turbo-supercharged engines, a central pilot pod, contra-rotating propellers, and tricycle landing gear. Arriving in England in April 1944, the 367th Fighter Group transitioned to this dual-engine fighter at RAF Stoney Cross. On August 25, 1944, over France, Laurence "Scrappy" Blumer piloted this aircraft into a savage dogfight, scoring two FW190 victories on his first pass and an additional three within fifteen minutes to earn the title "the fastest ace in a day" and the Distinguished Service Cross. Dubbed the "Fork-tailed devil" by adversaries, the Lightning was respected for its quiet operation due to muffled twin turbo-superchargers and its lethal nose-clustered weapons bay.

Part of Corgi's Aviation Archive Collector Series, this 1:72 scale model features accurate separately applied turbocharger details and twin engine radiator scoops mounted directly to the booms. The central pod is built with a large cockpit canopy that provides an unobstructed view of the pilot figure and rear-bay radio equipment components. Replicating a heavy fighter-bomber configuration, the nose features a precise weapons cluster showing four machine gun barrels surrounding a central 20mm cannon barrel to recreate the devastating "buzz saw" strafing layout. Complete with modular landing gear featuring textured tread tires and easy-to-install gear doors for clean ground display, this limited edition serves as a definitive historical artifact.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: AA36613

Aircraft: Lockheed P-38J Lightning ("Fork-tailed Devil")

Serial/Tail Code: #44-23590

Nose Art / Nickname: "Scrapiron IV"

Pilot: Captain Laurence "Scrappy" Blumer (Ace in a Day / DSC Recipient)

Unit: USAAF 367th Fighter Group, 393rd Fighter Squadron (367th FG, 393rd FS)

Location: France / RAF Stoney Cross

Date/Period: August 25, 1944

Scale: 1:72

Limited Edition: 1,000 pieces worldwide

Material: Diecast Metal

Special Features: Twin-boom tail design, separately applied turbocharger details, accurate engine radiator scoops, clear canopy with pilot and rear radio gear, nose weapon bay (4 machine guns surrounding a central 20mm cannon), textured tread tires, modular gear doors


Model Dimensions

Length: 6.25" or 15.9 cm

Wingspan: 8.75" or 22.2 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)

  • Excellent condition overall.
  • Light surface wear present on the topside wing.
  • Some wear visible to the rear of the wing.
  • Small area of paint missing from the back edge of the horizontal stabiliser.
  • The stand arm head has a crack but is still completely usable.

Box condition - Excellent (8/10)

  • Excellent condition overall.
  • Scratch line through the middle of the front face.
  • Some light wear present.

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

Holiday dispatch update

We are currently away on holiday until Friday, 2 October. Orders can still be placed as normal. Dispatch resumes on Monday, 5 October.  Please see below for further general information.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Dispatch & Tracking

Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.

If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.

Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.


UK Delivery

  • Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.

  • Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.

  • Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.


International Delivery

We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.

  • Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.

  • Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.

 

Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.

If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.


Import Duties & Taxes

For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.

Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.

If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.


We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.

Returns

Returns

You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.

Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.

We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.

To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.

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Description

A faithful 1:72 scale replication celebrating an exceptional "Ace in a Day" twin-boom heavy fighter. This diecast model by Corgi (AA36613) replicates the Lockheed P-38J Lightning (#44-23590), famously named "Scrapiron IV". First flown on January 27, 1939, to satisfy a USAAC requirement for a high-performance fighter, the P-38 featured a highly recognizable layout with twin-booms, twin turbo-supercharged engines, a central pilot pod, contra-rotating propellers, and tricycle landing gear. Arriving in England in April 1944, the 367th Fighter Group transitioned to this dual-engine fighter at RAF Stoney Cross. On August 25, 1944, over France, Laurence "Scrappy" Blumer piloted this aircraft into a savage dogfight, scoring two FW190 victories on his first pass and an additional three within fifteen minutes to earn the title "the fastest ace in a day" and the Distinguished Service Cross. Dubbed the "Fork-tailed devil" by adversaries, the Lightning was respected for its quiet operation due to muffled twin turbo-superchargers and its lethal nose-clustered weapons bay.

Part of Corgi's Aviation Archive Collector Series, this 1:72 scale model features accurate separately applied turbocharger details and twin engine radiator scoops mounted directly to the booms. The central pod is built with a large cockpit canopy that provides an unobstructed view of the pilot figure and rear-bay radio equipment components. Replicating a heavy fighter-bomber configuration, the nose features a precise weapons cluster showing four machine gun barrels surrounding a central 20mm cannon barrel to recreate the devastating "buzz saw" strafing layout. Complete with modular landing gear featuring textured tread tires and easy-to-install gear doors for clean ground display, this limited edition serves as a definitive historical artifact.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: AA36613

Aircraft: Lockheed P-38J Lightning ("Fork-tailed Devil")

Serial/Tail Code: #44-23590

Nose Art / Nickname: "Scrapiron IV"

Pilot: Captain Laurence "Scrappy" Blumer (Ace in a Day / DSC Recipient)

Unit: USAAF 367th Fighter Group, 393rd Fighter Squadron (367th FG, 393rd FS)

Location: France / RAF Stoney Cross

Date/Period: August 25, 1944

Scale: 1:72

Limited Edition: 1,000 pieces worldwide

Material: Diecast Metal

Special Features: Twin-boom tail design, separately applied turbocharger details, accurate engine radiator scoops, clear canopy with pilot and rear radio gear, nose weapon bay (4 machine guns surrounding a central 20mm cannon), textured tread tires, modular gear doors


Model Dimensions

Length: 6.25" or 15.9 cm

Wingspan: 8.75" or 22.2 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)

  • Excellent condition overall.
  • Light surface wear present on the topside wing.
  • Some wear visible to the rear of the wing.
  • Small area of paint missing from the back edge of the horizontal stabiliser.
  • The stand arm head has a crack but is still completely usable.

Box condition - Excellent (8/10)

  • Excellent condition overall.
  • Scratch line through the middle of the front face.
  • Some light wear present.

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

Holiday dispatch update

We are currently away on holiday until Friday, 2 October. Orders can still be placed as normal. Dispatch resumes on Monday, 5 October.  Please see below for further general information.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Dispatch & Tracking

Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.

If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.

Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.


UK Delivery

  • Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.

  • Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.

  • Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.


International Delivery

We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.

  • Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.

  • Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.

 

Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.

If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.


Import Duties & Taxes

For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.

Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.

If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.


We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.

Returns

Returns

You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.

Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.

We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.

To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.