Corgi AA37802 1:48 Albatros D.V Luftstreitkräfte Jasta 23B Friedrich Ritter von Roth 1918
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A visually striking and highly detailed 1:48 scale diecast representation of the Albatros D.V flown by German fighter ace Friedrich Ritter von Roth during the First World War. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA37802 depicts a Luftstreitkräfte Jasta 23B aircraft in its distinctive blue and green lozenge-style camouflage from early 1918.
Friedrich Ritter von Roth originally served with an artillery regiment before transferring to the German Air Service after recovering from wounds sustained during the war. His flying career was temporarily interrupted by a training accident, but he later returned to operational service and began claiming aerial victories during January 1918.
Von Roth became particularly successful against enemy observation balloons, which were heavily defended and extremely dangerous targets. By the end of the First World War, he had achieved 28 confirmed victories, including 20 observation balloons, making him Germany's highest-scoring balloon specialist. His operational record earned him the nickname “the Balloon Buster”.
The model recreates the aircraft's distinctive finish, combining a predominantly white fuselage with intricate blue, green and black camouflage across the wings and tail surfaces. Large black and white national crosses appear prominently on the wings, fuselage and tail, while the brightly coloured propeller and detailed engine area add further visual interest.
Designed by Robert Thelen, the Albatros D.V was introduced as a refined development of the successful Albatros fighter series. Its streamlined plywood-covered fuselage gave the aircraft a distinctive appearance, while its powerful Mercedes inline engine provided strong performance. Although the sesquiplane wing arrangement suffered from structural limitations, the Albatros D.V remained an important German frontline fighter during 1917 and 1918.
Limited to 3,940 pieces worldwide, this substantial 1:48 scale release is particularly appealing to collectors of First World War aviation and German fighter aircraft. The model features simulated plywood fuselage panels, fabric-covered wing surfaces, fine structural bracing wires and a detailed cockpit with pilot figure. Further detailing includes twin LMG 08/15 machine guns, separately rendered exhaust stacks, engine cooling components, a rotating propeller, rolling rubber tyres and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series
Model code: AA37802
Aircraft: Albatros D.V
Pilot: Friedrich Ritter von Roth
Unit: Luftstreitkräfte Jasta 23B
Campaign / Event: First World War
Theatre / Base: Western Front
Date/Period: Early 1918
Operator / Country: Luftstreitkräfte / German Empire
Scale: 1:48
Limited Edition Size: 3,940 pieces worldwide
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: Limited edition release, authentic Jasta 23B markings, distinctive blue and green camouflage, simulated plywood fuselage panels, fabric-textured wing surfaces, fine structural bracing wires, detailed cockpit with pilot figure, twin LMG 08/15 machine guns, separately rendered exhaust stacks, engine cooling detail, rotating propeller, rolling rubber tyres and original presentation display stand
Model Dimensions
Length: 6" or 15.2 cm
Width (Wingspan): 7.5" or 19.1 cm
Model Condition - Mint (10/10)
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Please note - The model can be quite difficult to remove from the plastic tray due to the snug fit. The safest method is to first remove the additional plastic guard from underneath the black tray, allowing the tray to flex more easily. Then, gently flex one side of the tray away from the aircraft until the model can be carefully eased out. Avoid forcing or pulling the model directly, as other removal methods may risk damaging the aircraft.
Box condition - Excellent (8/10)
- Some yellow colour spill on the left side of the front cover.
- A few marks to the side of the inner box.
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.
This model has sold. Its condition details have been removed because they described the specific item that was available. If another example becomes available, it will be inspected and listed with its own condition details and photographs.
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.
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
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Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.
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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
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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A visually striking and highly detailed 1:48 scale diecast representation of the Albatros D.V flown by German fighter ace Friedrich Ritter von Roth during the First World War. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA37802 depicts a Luftstreitkräfte Jasta 23B aircraft in its distinctive blue and green lozenge-style camouflage from early 1918.
Friedrich Ritter von Roth originally served with an artillery regiment before transferring to the German Air Service after recovering from wounds sustained during the war. His flying career was temporarily interrupted by a training accident, but he later returned to operational service and began claiming aerial victories during January 1918.
Von Roth became particularly successful against enemy observation balloons, which were heavily defended and extremely dangerous targets. By the end of the First World War, he had achieved 28 confirmed victories, including 20 observation balloons, making him Germany's highest-scoring balloon specialist. His operational record earned him the nickname “the Balloon Buster”.
The model recreates the aircraft's distinctive finish, combining a predominantly white fuselage with intricate blue, green and black camouflage across the wings and tail surfaces. Large black and white national crosses appear prominently on the wings, fuselage and tail, while the brightly coloured propeller and detailed engine area add further visual interest.
Designed by Robert Thelen, the Albatros D.V was introduced as a refined development of the successful Albatros fighter series. Its streamlined plywood-covered fuselage gave the aircraft a distinctive appearance, while its powerful Mercedes inline engine provided strong performance. Although the sesquiplane wing arrangement suffered from structural limitations, the Albatros D.V remained an important German frontline fighter during 1917 and 1918.
Limited to 3,940 pieces worldwide, this substantial 1:48 scale release is particularly appealing to collectors of First World War aviation and German fighter aircraft. The model features simulated plywood fuselage panels, fabric-covered wing surfaces, fine structural bracing wires and a detailed cockpit with pilot figure. Further detailing includes twin LMG 08/15 machine guns, separately rendered exhaust stacks, engine cooling components, a rotating propeller, rolling rubber tyres and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series
Model code: AA37802
Aircraft: Albatros D.V
Pilot: Friedrich Ritter von Roth
Unit: Luftstreitkräfte Jasta 23B
Campaign / Event: First World War
Theatre / Base: Western Front
Date/Period: Early 1918
Operator / Country: Luftstreitkräfte / German Empire
Scale: 1:48
Limited Edition Size: 3,940 pieces worldwide
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: Limited edition release, authentic Jasta 23B markings, distinctive blue and green camouflage, simulated plywood fuselage panels, fabric-textured wing surfaces, fine structural bracing wires, detailed cockpit with pilot figure, twin LMG 08/15 machine guns, separately rendered exhaust stacks, engine cooling detail, rotating propeller, rolling rubber tyres and original presentation display stand
Model Dimensions
Length: 6" or 15.2 cm
Width (Wingspan): 7.5" or 19.1 cm
Model Condition - Mint (10/10)
-
Please note - The model can be quite difficult to remove from the plastic tray due to the snug fit. The safest method is to first remove the additional plastic guard from underneath the black tray, allowing the tray to flex more easily. Then, gently flex one side of the tray away from the aircraft until the model can be carefully eased out. Avoid forcing or pulling the model directly, as other removal methods may risk damaging the aircraft.
Box condition - Excellent (8/10)
- Some yellow colour spill on the left side of the front cover.
- A few marks to the side of the inner box.
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.
This model has sold. Its condition details have been removed because they described the specific item that was available. If another example becomes available, it will be inspected and listed with its own condition details and photographs.
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.
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
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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