{"product_id":"corgi-aa39803-1-72-panavia-tornado-f3-adv-ze760-raf-no-5-sqn-raf-coningsby-1991","title":"Corgi AA39803 1:72 Panavia Tornado F3 ADV ZE760 RAF No.5 Sqn RAF Coningsby 1991","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of Panavia Tornado F3 ADV ZE760 of Royal Air Force No. 5 Squadron. Corgi AA39803 depicts the aircraft operating from RAF Coningsby during 1991, when the Tornado F3 formed a central part of Britain's air-defence force at the close of the Cold War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped as the air-defence member of the multinational Tornado family, the F3 was optimised as a long-range interceptor. Its extended fuselage, Foxhunter radar, two-seat crew arrangement and combination of Skyflash and Sidewinder missiles were intended to counter Soviet bombers and cruise-missile carriers approaching the United Kingdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first improved Tornado F3s reached RAF Coningsby in 1986 and progressively replaced the Phantom in frontline air-defence service. The variable-sweep wings allowed the aircraft to combine efficient high-speed interception with the handling needed for take-off, landing and sustained patrol duties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. 5 Squadron operated the Tornado F3 from RAF Coningsby and was responsible for the air defence of the United Kingdom, including Quick Reaction Alert duties and the interception of Soviet reconnaissance aircraft near British airspace. The year 1991 also followed the squadron's contribution to the RAF Tornado F3 deployment supporting coalition air defence during Operation Granby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis release represents ZE760 in No. 5 Squadron markings at RAF Coningsby in 1991. Its authentic Cold War-era presentation, prominent squadron markings and association with the RAF's final dedicated interceptor make it a distinctive subject for modern Royal Air Force collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased within Corgi's Aviation Archive Collector Series and limited to 1,200 pieces worldwide, the model features articulated variable-sweep wings, movable elevators, opening canopy with crew figures, detailed engine exhaust areas, detachable ordnance, optional undercarriage and a presentation display stand. This example includes certificate number 364 of 1,200.\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\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Code\/MPN:\u003c\/strong\u003e AA39803\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Panavia Tornado F3 ADV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit\/Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Air Force No. 5 Squadron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial:\u003c\/strong\u003e ZE760\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear\/Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1991\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase\/Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e RAF Coningsby, Lincolnshire, England\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long-range air-defence interceptor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator\/Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Air Force \/ United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,200 pieces worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 364 of 1,200\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diecast metal with detailed plastic components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Articulated variable-sweep wings, movable elevators, opening canopy with crew figures, detachable ordnance, optional undercarriage and presentation display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.25\" or 23.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.75\" or 19.7 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\u003cp\u003eThe model displays a small area of paint wear on the underside beside the front undercarriage area. It otherwise presents very well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Very Good (7\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe box displays general shelf wear, together with flexing and crushing to the front and rear panels.\u003c\/p\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":57897140748670,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_6378.jpg?v=1787502533","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa39803-1-72-panavia-tornado-f3-adv-ze760-raf-no-5-sqn-raf-coningsby-1991","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}