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Corgi 48703 1:144 Handley Page Victor SR.2 XL161 RAF No.543 Sqn RAF Wyton

Sale price£48.00 GBP
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Limited edition 2045 of 4000 worldwide

Condition summary

Model condition
Very Good (7/10)
Box condition
Very Good (7/10)
Completeness
Comes complete and remains a presentable display example for its age.
  • Tail and underside: Wear marks are present on the horizontal stabilisers and mainly across the underside.
Full condition notes

Model condition

  • All noted condition points are shown with red arrows in the images for clear observation.
  • Tail and underside: Wear marks are present on the horizontal stabilisers and mainly across the underside.
  • Rear fuselage: Paint bubbling is visible.
  • Landing gear: The gear-down accessories have dried glue residue around the pins; they have been tested and fit correctly.
  • Comes complete and remains a presentable display example for its age.

Box condition

  • Noticeable age-related shelf wear is present.
  • The cover insert tab has some flexing.

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Description

Corgi 48703 recreates Handley Page Victor SR.2 XL161 of Royal Air Force No.543 Squadron at RAF Wyton. Finished in the green and grey camouflage applied to RAF strategic aircraft, this 1:144 diecast model captures the Victor's distinctive crescent wing, pointed nose and four recessed Conway engine installations.

No.543 Squadron operated the Victor in the strategic reconnaissance role during the Cold War. XL161 was converted to B(SR).2 configuration in March 1966 and joined the squadron at RAF Wyton, where Victor crews conducted long-range photographic and electronic reconnaissance missions until the type left the unit in 1974.

Limited to 4,000 pieces worldwide, this Aviation Archive release will particularly appeal to collectors of Britain's V-bomber force, Cold War reconnaissance aircraft and historic RAF jets.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive

Model Code: 48703

Scale: 1:144

Aircraft / Variant: Handley Page Victor SR.2 / B(SR).2

Aircraft Serial: XL161

Squadron / Unit: Royal Air Force No.543 Squadron

Base: RAF Wyton, Huntingdonshire

Date / Period: 1966 to 1974

Aircraft Role: Strategic reconnaissance aircraft

Operator / Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom

Limited Edition Size: 4,000 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with detailed component parts

Special Features: Authentic XL161 markings, disruptive camouflage, clear cockpit glazing, detailed engine nacelles, optional landing gear and presentation stand


Model Dimensions

Length: Approximately 9.6 inches / 24.4 cm

Wingspan: Approximately 9.2 inches / 23.4 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Very Good (7/10)

  • All noted condition points are shown with red arrows in the images for clear observation.
  • Tail and underside: Wear marks are present on the horizontal stabilisers and mainly across the underside.
  • Rear fuselage: Paint bubbling is visible.
  • Landing gear: The gear-down accessories have dried glue residue around the pins; they have been tested and fit correctly.
  • Comes complete and remains a presentable display example for its age.

Box Condition - Very Good (7/10)

  • Noticeable age-related shelf wear is present.
  • The cover insert tab has some flexing.

Photographed under studio lighting to make the noted condition points easy to assess. What you see is exactly what you will receive.

Please review the images alongside the description and grading guide before purchasing. If you have any questions, please contact us.

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

Corgi 48703 recreates Handley Page Victor SR.2 XL161 of Royal Air Force No.543 Squadron at RAF Wyton. Finished in the green and grey camouflage applied to RAF strategic aircraft, this 1:144 diecast model captures the Victor's distinctive crescent wing, pointed nose and four recessed Conway engine installations.

No.543 Squadron operated the Victor in the strategic reconnaissance role during the Cold War. XL161 was converted to B(SR).2 configuration in March 1966 and joined the squadron at RAF Wyton, where Victor crews conducted long-range photographic and electronic reconnaissance missions until the type left the unit in 1974.

Limited to 4,000 pieces worldwide, this Aviation Archive release will particularly appeal to collectors of Britain's V-bomber force, Cold War reconnaissance aircraft and historic RAF jets.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive

Model Code: 48703

Scale: 1:144

Aircraft / Variant: Handley Page Victor SR.2 / B(SR).2

Aircraft Serial: XL161

Squadron / Unit: Royal Air Force No.543 Squadron

Base: RAF Wyton, Huntingdonshire

Date / Period: 1966 to 1974

Aircraft Role: Strategic reconnaissance aircraft

Operator / Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom

Limited Edition Size: 4,000 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with detailed component parts

Special Features: Authentic XL161 markings, disruptive camouflage, clear cockpit glazing, detailed engine nacelles, optional landing gear and presentation stand


Model Dimensions

Length: Approximately 9.6 inches / 24.4 cm

Wingspan: Approximately 9.2 inches / 23.4 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Very Good (7/10)

  • All noted condition points are shown with red arrows in the images for clear observation.
  • Tail and underside: Wear marks are present on the horizontal stabilisers and mainly across the underside.
  • Rear fuselage: Paint bubbling is visible.
  • Landing gear: The gear-down accessories have dried glue residue around the pins; they have been tested and fit correctly.
  • Comes complete and remains a presentable display example for its age.

Box Condition - Very Good (7/10)

  • Noticeable age-related shelf wear is present.
  • The cover insert tab has some flexing.

Photographed under studio lighting to make the noted condition points easy to assess. What you see is exactly what you will receive.

Please review the images alongside the description and grading guide before purchasing. If you have any questions, please contact us.

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.