{"product_id":"corgi-aa38802-1-72-dornier-do-215b-5-r4-dc-helmut-lent-njg-2-holland-1942","title":"Corgi AA38802 1:72 Dornier Do 215B-5 R4+DC Helmut Lent NJG 2 Holland 1942","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorgi AA38802 is a 1:72 scale diecast representation of Dornier Do 215B-5 Kauz III night fighter R4+DC, associated with Gruppenkommandeur Helmut Lent and Nachtjagdgeschwader 2 at Leeuwarden, Holland, during the summer of 1942.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNachtjagdgeschwader 2 operated dedicated long-range night fighters against RAF bomber activity and intruder routes over north-west Europe. Helmut Lent became one of the Luftwaffe's most prominent night-fighter pilots, with this aircraft representing an important period in the development of radar-assisted interception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Do 215B-5 converted the slim Dornier airframe into a specialised nocturnal hunter, combining a solid weapons nose with forward-firing armament and the distinctive FuG 202 Lichtenstein radar array. Its unusual profile and intricate nose equipment make AA38802 a particularly striking display model.\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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e AA38802\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft \/ Variant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dornier Do 215B-5 Kauz III\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft Identity \/ Tactical Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e R4+DC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gruppenkommandeur Helmut Lent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSquadron \/ Unit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stab II.\/Nachtjagdgeschwader 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase \/ Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leeuwarden, Holland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate \/ Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer 1942\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft Role:\u003c\/strong\u003e Radar-equipped night fighter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luftwaffe \/ Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2,000 pieces worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diecast metal with detailed component and photo-etched parts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e FuG 202 Lichtenstein radar array, detailed cockpit and armament, rotating propellers, undercarriage display options and presentation stand\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 8.75\" or 22.2 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWingspan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.75\" or 24.8 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Excellent (8\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTail surfaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e A couple of light marks are present on the topside of the horizontal stabilisers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnderside:\u003c\/strong\u003e A purple-coloured mark and some areas of worn paint are present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpper surfaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very small raised paint areas are visible on the wings and fuselage. This has also been observed on previous AA38802 examples and appears typical of the release.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose and radar assembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e The forward underside nose gun and several radar tips sit slightly out of alignment. These parts are extremely fragile and should not be touched or straightened, as breakage would be difficult to repair or replace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation and completeness:\u003c\/strong\u003e The model still presents very well and comes complete with its original parts and accessories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox Condition - Mint (10\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe box is in mint condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotographed under studio lighting so the listed condition points can be assessed clearly.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease review the condition notes and photographs before purchase. If you have any questions, please ask.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Corgi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58246032228734,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/corgi-aa38802-172-dornier-do-215b-5-r4dc-helmut-lent-njg-2-holland-1942-7527451.jpg?v=1792195460","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa38802-1-72-dornier-do-215b-5-r4-dc-helmut-lent-njg-2-holland-1942","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}