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Corgi AA37903 1:48 SPAD S.XIII US Army 94th Aero Sqn Eddie Rickenbacker France 1918

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Preowned - Near Mint (9/10)
Limited edition 2001 worldwide
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Description

A highly detailed 1:48 scale diecast representation of the SPAD S.XIII flown by America's leading fighter ace of the First World War. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA37903 depicts aircraft No. 1 of the US Army 94th Aero Squadron, associated with Captain Eddie Rickenbacker during 1918.

The 94th Aero Squadron became one of the best-known American flying units of the First World War. Nicknamed the “Hat in the Ring” Squadron, it carried a distinctive red, white and blue top-hat emblem and participated in combat operations over the Western Front following the entry of the United States into the conflict.

Eddie Rickenbacker joined the squadron after initially serving as a military driver and engineering officer. He quickly demonstrated exceptional ability as a fighter pilot and progressed to command the unit. By the end of the war, Rickenbacker had become America's highest-scoring fighter ace, with his name permanently associated with the powerful SPAD S.XIII.

Developed in France as an improved successor to the SPAD S.VII, the S.XIII combined a strong airframe with a powerful Hispano-Suiza engine and twin Vickers machine guns. Although less manoeuvrable than some lighter fighters, it offered excellent speed, diving performance and structural strength, making it particularly effective in fast attacks and high-speed combat.

Limited to 2,001 pieces worldwide, this substantial release is particularly appealing to collectors of American military aviation and First World War fighter aircraft. The model features simulated fabric-covered surfaces, fine rigging, a detailed open cockpit with pilot figure, twin machine guns, separately rendered exhaust pipes, radiator detailing, authentic 94th Aero Squadron markings and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: AA37903

Aircraft: SPAD S.XIII

Tactical Markings: Aircraft No. 1

Pilot: Captain Eddie Rickenbacker

Unit: US Army 94th Aero Squadron “Hat in the Ring”

Campaign / Event: First World War

Theatre / Base: Western Front, France

Date/Period: 1918

Operator / Country: United States Army Air Service / United States

Scale: 1:48

Limited Edition Size: 2,001 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components

Special Features: Limited edition release, authentic 94th Aero Squadron Hat in the Ring insignia, simulated fabric-covered surfaces, fine interplane rigging, detailed cockpit with pilot figure, twin Vickers machine guns, separately rendered exhaust pipes, radiator detailing, rolling rubber tyres and original presentation display stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 5.25" or 13.3 cm

Width (Wingspan): 6.75" or 17.1 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Near Mint (9/10)

  • Some scuffing to the end of the bottom wing.

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.

Condition

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

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

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 highly detailed 1:48 scale diecast representation of the SPAD S.XIII flown by America's leading fighter ace of the First World War. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA37903 depicts aircraft No. 1 of the US Army 94th Aero Squadron, associated with Captain Eddie Rickenbacker during 1918.

The 94th Aero Squadron became one of the best-known American flying units of the First World War. Nicknamed the “Hat in the Ring” Squadron, it carried a distinctive red, white and blue top-hat emblem and participated in combat operations over the Western Front following the entry of the United States into the conflict.

Eddie Rickenbacker joined the squadron after initially serving as a military driver and engineering officer. He quickly demonstrated exceptional ability as a fighter pilot and progressed to command the unit. By the end of the war, Rickenbacker had become America's highest-scoring fighter ace, with his name permanently associated with the powerful SPAD S.XIII.

Developed in France as an improved successor to the SPAD S.VII, the S.XIII combined a strong airframe with a powerful Hispano-Suiza engine and twin Vickers machine guns. Although less manoeuvrable than some lighter fighters, it offered excellent speed, diving performance and structural strength, making it particularly effective in fast attacks and high-speed combat.

Limited to 2,001 pieces worldwide, this substantial release is particularly appealing to collectors of American military aviation and First World War fighter aircraft. The model features simulated fabric-covered surfaces, fine rigging, a detailed open cockpit with pilot figure, twin machine guns, separately rendered exhaust pipes, radiator detailing, authentic 94th Aero Squadron markings and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: AA37903

Aircraft: SPAD S.XIII

Tactical Markings: Aircraft No. 1

Pilot: Captain Eddie Rickenbacker

Unit: US Army 94th Aero Squadron “Hat in the Ring”

Campaign / Event: First World War

Theatre / Base: Western Front, France

Date/Period: 1918

Operator / Country: United States Army Air Service / United States

Scale: 1:48

Limited Edition Size: 2,001 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components

Special Features: Limited edition release, authentic 94th Aero Squadron Hat in the Ring insignia, simulated fabric-covered surfaces, fine interplane rigging, detailed cockpit with pilot figure, twin Vickers machine guns, separately rendered exhaust pipes, radiator detailing, rolling rubber tyres and original presentation display stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 5.25" or 13.3 cm

Width (Wingspan): 6.75" or 17.1 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Near Mint (9/10)

  • Some scuffing to the end of the bottom wing.

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.

Condition

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

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

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.