{"product_id":"corgi-aa38501-1-72-messerschmitt-bf-110c-luftwaffe-zg-76-hans-joachim-jabs-1940","title":"Corgi AA38501 1:72 Messerschmitt Bf 110C Luftwaffe ZG 76 Hans-Joachim Jabs 1940","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn authentic 1:72 scale heavy fighter replica commemorating a formidable twin-engined adversary.\u003c\/strong\u003e This diecast model by Corgi (AA38501) replicates the Messerschmitt Bf 110C heavy fighter, known to the Luftwaffe as a \u003cem\u003eZerstörer\u003c\/em\u003e. First flown on May 12, 1936, to fulfill a requirement for a long-range, multipurpose fighter, the Bf 110 leveraged its high speed, loiter capabilities, and concentrated forward firepower to support bombing raids deep into enemy territory. During the 1940 Battle of Britain, the platform faced heavy losses due to a distinct lack of maneuverability against agile RAF defenders, leading to its eventual transition into a highly successful radar-equipped night fighter. This specific \"shark mouthed\" early-war \"C\" variant replicates the personal mount of Oberleutnant Hans-Joachim Jabs, one of the Luftwaffe's most successful Zerstörer pilots with 50 confirmed kills, flying with ZG 76 in France during the high-stakes \"Adler Tag\" (Eagle Day) on August 13, 1940.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the Aviation Archive Collector Series, this premium 1:72 scale model features robust diecast construction. The airframe is engineered with a large birdcage canopy that highlights a detailed bullet-proof front windscreen profile and offers a clear view of the interior crew figures. The nose assembly features four machine guns mounted closely together with twin cannon ports located directly below. The solid metal wing structures are detailed with a separately applied transparent landing light lens, a wing vent, and an array of delicate under-wing aileron counterweights. Complete with a multi-piece landing gear subassembly designed for quick and easy installation for realistic ground display, this limited-edition collectible delivers a premier gallery presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFact Sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corgi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aviation Archive Collector Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e AA38501\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Messerschmitt Bf 110C (Zerstörer Heavy Fighter)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTactical Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e M8+NP\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilot\/Commander:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oberleutnant Hans-Joachim Jabs (50 Confirmed Kills)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luftwaffe Zerstörergeschwader 76 (ZG 76)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCampaign\/Event:\u003c\/strong\u003e Battle of Britain \/ Adler Tag (Eagle Day)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 13, 1940\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2,200 pieces worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diecast Metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic ZG 76 \"shark mouthed\" nose art, large birdcage canopy with bullet-proof windscreen detailing, interior crew figures, clustered nose armament (4 machine guns \/ 2 cannon ports), transparent wing landing light, multi-piece landing gear subassembly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.25\" or 18.4 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.75\" or 22.2 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Mint (10\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel is in mint condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo insert pins have broken off the undercarriage accessory and remain within the aircraft frame.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe undercarriage accessories still seat fine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Near Mint (9\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNear mint condition overall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery light wear present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAny 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.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Corgi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57597569401214,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_2715.jpg?v=1782151013","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa38501-1-72-messerschmitt-bf-110c-luftwaffe-zg-76-hans-joachim-jabs-1940","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}