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Corgi AA36705 1:72 Junkers Ju 88A-1 Luftwaffe LG I./III Adler Tag 1940
Preowned - Near Mint (9/10)
Limited Edition
163 of 1000
Pieces Worldwide
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Description
An exceptional, highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast tribute capturing the multi-role backbone of the Luftwaffe at the height of the Battle of Britain. This premium replica within Corgi's Aviation Archive Collector Series (AA36705) meticulously renders the early-production Junkers Ju 88A-1 medium bomber.
The model represents an operational warbird assigned to Luftwaffe Lehrgeschwader 1 (LG I./III) based in France. It is decorated precisely as it appeared during Adler Tag (Eagle Day) on August 13th, 1940, during the absolute peak of the intense aerial campaign against the Royal Air Force.
Designed to satisfy a rigorous German operational requirement for a high-speed heavy dive bomber, the twin-engine Ju 88 first took flight on December 21, 1936. Affectionately dubbed "The Maid of all Work," it evolved into one of WWII's most extraordinarily versatile aircraft designs, widely regarded as the German counterpart to the British de Havilland Mosquito. Throughout the war, it was effectively deployed as a level bomber, close-support dive bomber, heavy day fighter, night fighter, torpedo bomber, and long-range reconnaissance platform.
While these early Ju 88A-1 variants initially proved to be relatively easy targets for frontline RAF Spitfires and Hurricanes during early combat encounters, rapid field modifications quickly enhanced their armor and defensive positions. The platform realized its full strategic potential during the later stages of the Battle of Britain, solidifying its place as a legendary WWII aircraft. Production ran uninterrupted from 1936 through 1945, with over 16,000 Ju 88s rolling off German assembly lines.
Highly sought after by military history collectors for its incredibly scarce 1,000-piece limited worldwide release, this 1:72 scale model features an authentic historic splinter camouflage pattern. The fuselage is heavily engineered with a solid diecast core and a highly detailed "birdcage" greenhouse canopy that encloses the flight crew. Additional premium technical accents include moveable defensive machine guns, a detailed rearward-facing gunner station, and the characteristic ventral gunner's gondola situated directly beneath the forward fuselage assembly. The forward cowlings showcase finely molded annular radiators and separate engine exhaust stack paths, completing a stunning, museum-grade aesthetic.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series
Model code: AA36705
Aircraft: Junkers Ju 88A-1
Tactical Markings: L1+ER
Unit: Luftwaffe LG I./III (Lehrgeschwader 1)
Campaign / Event: Battle of Britain / Adler Tag (Eagle Day)
Theater / Base: France
Date/Period: August 13th, 1940 (World War II)
Scale: 1:72
Limited Edition Size: 1,000 pieces worldwide
Material: Heavyweight Diecast Metal with Quality Sub-components
Special Features: Low-run limited edition status, authentic Adler Tag dual-tone green splinter livery, clear birdcage canopy housing integrated flight crew, moveable defensive machine guns, detailed ventral gunner gondola pod, accurately cast engine annular radiators, separate exhaust stacks, original presentation display stand
Model Dimensions
Length: 7.75" or 19.7 cm
Width (Wingspan): 11" or 27.9 cm
Condition
Model Condition - Near Mint (9/10)
- Small area of paint loss on the back edge of the wing due to blister tray rubbing.
- Comes complete.
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 AA36705 1:72 Junkers Ju 88A-1 Luftwaffe LG I./III Adler Tag 1940
Sale price$276.00 USD
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Corgi AA36705 1:72 Junkers Ju 88A-1 Luftwaffe LG I./III Adler Tag 1940
Sale price$276.00 USD
- Description
- Condition
- Grading
- Shipping
- Returns
Description
An exceptional, highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast tribute capturing the multi-role backbone of the Luftwaffe at the height of the Battle of Britain. This premium replica within Corgi's Aviation Archive Collector Series (AA36705) meticulously renders the early-production Junkers Ju 88A-1 medium bomber.
The model represents an operational warbird assigned to Luftwaffe Lehrgeschwader 1 (LG I./III) based in France. It is decorated precisely as it appeared during Adler Tag (Eagle Day) on August 13th, 1940, during the absolute peak of the intense aerial campaign against the Royal Air Force.
Designed to satisfy a rigorous German operational requirement for a high-speed heavy dive bomber, the twin-engine Ju 88 first took flight on December 21, 1936. Affectionately dubbed "The Maid of all Work," it evolved into one of WWII's most extraordinarily versatile aircraft designs, widely regarded as the German counterpart to the British de Havilland Mosquito. Throughout the war, it was effectively deployed as a level bomber, close-support dive bomber, heavy day fighter, night fighter, torpedo bomber, and long-range reconnaissance platform.
While these early Ju 88A-1 variants initially proved to be relatively easy targets for frontline RAF Spitfires and Hurricanes during early combat encounters, rapid field modifications quickly enhanced their armor and defensive positions. The platform realized its full strategic potential during the later stages of the Battle of Britain, solidifying its place as a legendary WWII aircraft. Production ran uninterrupted from 1936 through 1945, with over 16,000 Ju 88s rolling off German assembly lines.
Highly sought after by military history collectors for its incredibly scarce 1,000-piece limited worldwide release, this 1:72 scale model features an authentic historic splinter camouflage pattern. The fuselage is heavily engineered with a solid diecast core and a highly detailed "birdcage" greenhouse canopy that encloses the flight crew. Additional premium technical accents include moveable defensive machine guns, a detailed rearward-facing gunner station, and the characteristic ventral gunner's gondola situated directly beneath the forward fuselage assembly. The forward cowlings showcase finely molded annular radiators and separate engine exhaust stack paths, completing a stunning, museum-grade aesthetic.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series
Model code: AA36705
Aircraft: Junkers Ju 88A-1
Tactical Markings: L1+ER
Unit: Luftwaffe LG I./III (Lehrgeschwader 1)
Campaign / Event: Battle of Britain / Adler Tag (Eagle Day)
Theater / Base: France
Date/Period: August 13th, 1940 (World War II)
Scale: 1:72
Limited Edition Size: 1,000 pieces worldwide
Material: Heavyweight Diecast Metal with Quality Sub-components
Special Features: Low-run limited edition status, authentic Adler Tag dual-tone green splinter livery, clear birdcage canopy housing integrated flight crew, moveable defensive machine guns, detailed ventral gunner gondola pod, accurately cast engine annular radiators, separate exhaust stacks, original presentation display stand
Model Dimensions
Length: 7.75" or 19.7 cm
Width (Wingspan): 11" or 27.9 cm
Condition
Model Condition - Near Mint (9/10)
- Small area of paint loss on the back edge of the wing due to blister tray rubbing.
- Comes complete.
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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