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Corgi AA32314 1:72 English Electric Lightning F.6 RAF No.5 Sqn 1984

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Preowned - Mint (10/10)
Limited edition 1500 worldwide
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Description

A spectacular, heavyweight 1:72 scale diecast masterpiece capturing the raw power and unique design of Britain's ultimate Cold War interceptor. This premium replica within Corgi's Aviation Archive Collector Series (AA32314) represents the iconic English Electric Lightning F.Mk 6 serving with the Royal Air Force No. 5 Squadron.

The model depicts the famous airframe "XS903" while based at RAF Binbrook, Lincolnshire, England, in 1984. This specific machine carries a historic pedigree, featuring the temporary, aggressive "shark's mouth" nose art painted on during gunnery exercises before being removed later. XS903 miraculously still survives today, preserved in a different color scheme. No. 5 Squadron operated Lightnings out of Binbrook from 1965 until they were finally replaced by Tornado F3s in 1987.

Originally designed to meet a demanding supersonic research aircraft requirement, the Lightning first flew on August 4, 1954. It was uniquely configured with a radical delta-wing design based on captured German WWII research, and featured twin engines stacked vertically on top of one another. This unconventional layout gave the aircraft its distinctively tall, muscular profile, which allowed for a phenomenal rate of climb and incredible maneuverability capable of Mach 2.5 speeds. The F.Mk 6 emerged as the ultimate, improved, longer-range iteration of the earlier F3 interceptor.

Highly sought after by modern aviation collectors for its immense diecast metal content and stunning shelf presence, this 1:72 scale model captures the unique styling of the 1950s Cold War era. The heavy airframe is highly detailed, showcasing the larger ventral fuel tank with its integrated twin cannon pack, simulated stainless-steel heat shield covering, a realistic fueling probe, and a variant-accurate clipped tail fin.

Additional premium features include a configurable canopy that can be displayed in either the open or closed position. For maximum realism on display, this limited-edition release of only 1,500 pieces worldwide also includes a separate, finely detailed photo-etched metal cockpit boarding ladder and a robust presentation flight stand.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: AA32314

Aircraft: English Electric Lightning F.Mk 6 (F.6)

Serial/Tail Code: XS903 (AM)

Nose Art / Theme: Short-lived "Shark's Mouth" Gunnery Livery

Unit: RAF No. 5 Squadron (No.5 Sqn)

Base Command: RAF Binbrook, Lincolnshire, England

Date/Period: 1984 (Cold War Era)

Scale: 1:72

Limited Edition Size: 1,500 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight Diecast Metal with Minimal Plastic

Special Features: Low-run limited edition status, authentic tactical grey livery with temporary shark's mouth, large ventral fuel tank, integrated twin cannon pack, simulated stainless-steel exhaust shroud, refueling probe, clipped tail fin, open/closed configurable canopy, photo-etched metal cockpit ladder, original presentation flight stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 9.25" or 23.5 cm

Width (Wingspan): 5.75" or 14.6 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Mint (10/10)


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 spectacular, heavyweight 1:72 scale diecast masterpiece capturing the raw power and unique design of Britain's ultimate Cold War interceptor. This premium replica within Corgi's Aviation Archive Collector Series (AA32314) represents the iconic English Electric Lightning F.Mk 6 serving with the Royal Air Force No. 5 Squadron.

The model depicts the famous airframe "XS903" while based at RAF Binbrook, Lincolnshire, England, in 1984. This specific machine carries a historic pedigree, featuring the temporary, aggressive "shark's mouth" nose art painted on during gunnery exercises before being removed later. XS903 miraculously still survives today, preserved in a different color scheme. No. 5 Squadron operated Lightnings out of Binbrook from 1965 until they were finally replaced by Tornado F3s in 1987.

Originally designed to meet a demanding supersonic research aircraft requirement, the Lightning first flew on August 4, 1954. It was uniquely configured with a radical delta-wing design based on captured German WWII research, and featured twin engines stacked vertically on top of one another. This unconventional layout gave the aircraft its distinctively tall, muscular profile, which allowed for a phenomenal rate of climb and incredible maneuverability capable of Mach 2.5 speeds. The F.Mk 6 emerged as the ultimate, improved, longer-range iteration of the earlier F3 interceptor.

Highly sought after by modern aviation collectors for its immense diecast metal content and stunning shelf presence, this 1:72 scale model captures the unique styling of the 1950s Cold War era. The heavy airframe is highly detailed, showcasing the larger ventral fuel tank with its integrated twin cannon pack, simulated stainless-steel heat shield covering, a realistic fueling probe, and a variant-accurate clipped tail fin.

Additional premium features include a configurable canopy that can be displayed in either the open or closed position. For maximum realism on display, this limited-edition release of only 1,500 pieces worldwide also includes a separate, finely detailed photo-etched metal cockpit boarding ladder and a robust presentation flight stand.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: AA32314

Aircraft: English Electric Lightning F.Mk 6 (F.6)

Serial/Tail Code: XS903 (AM)

Nose Art / Theme: Short-lived "Shark's Mouth" Gunnery Livery

Unit: RAF No. 5 Squadron (No.5 Sqn)

Base Command: RAF Binbrook, Lincolnshire, England

Date/Period: 1984 (Cold War Era)

Scale: 1:72

Limited Edition Size: 1,500 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight Diecast Metal with Minimal Plastic

Special Features: Low-run limited edition status, authentic tactical grey livery with temporary shark's mouth, large ventral fuel tank, integrated twin cannon pack, simulated stainless-steel exhaust shroud, refueling probe, clipped tail fin, open/closed configurable canopy, photo-etched metal cockpit ladder, original presentation flight stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 9.25" or 23.5 cm

Width (Wingspan): 5.75" or 14.6 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Mint (10/10)


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.