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Corgi AA34018 1:72 B-24H Liberator USAAF 453rd BG Male Call WWII 1944

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Description

A monumental, highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast masterpiece celebrating one of the most prolific heavy bombers of World War II and its legendary connection to Hollywood royalty. This premium replica within Corgi's Aviation Archive Collector Series (AA34018) meticulously represents the Consolidated B-24H Liberator, serial #42-52154, affectionately named "Male Call".

Often unfairly overshadowed by both the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress and the later B-29 Superfortress, the distinctive Consolidated B-24 Liberator was actually the third of America’s massive heavy bombers. It holds the stellar distinction of being the most heavily produced four-engined military aircraft in aviation history, with over 18,500 rolling off assembly lines. Serving as the absolute backbone of the Allied daylight bombing offensive against Germany, the B-24 featured an efficient shoulder-mounted wing, a deep fuselage, and its iconic H-shaped twin tail unit. Its remarkable long-range capabilities were also instrumental in closing the dangerous 'Atlantic gap' against German U-boat wolfpacks.

This specific aircraft, "Male Call", was an exceptionally hard-working machine operating with the USAAF 453rd Bombardment Group. Arriving at RAF Old Buckenham airfield in Norfolk on January 21st, 1944, the rugged bomber went on to complete an astonishing 95 successful bombing missions. Surviving the brutal air war, it is historical consensus that "Male Call" was the sole survivor of the original 61 B-24s assigned to the group.

Adding unparalleled prestige to this airframe, "Male Call" was one of the Liberators regularly piloted by legendary Oscar-winning Hollywood actor James "Jimmy" Stewart. Stewart served with distinction as the Group Operations Officer for the 453rd Bombardment Group during this critical period of World War II, putting his civilian acting career on hold to fly high-stakes operational combat missions over occupied Europe.

Highly coveted by advanced military historians and aviation collectors for its rare 1,500-piece limited worldwide release, this 1:72 scale model commands immense presence on display. Built with a heavy diecast metal construction, it highlights the late-war B-24H configuration. The model is beautifully engineered with a detailed nose gun turret, a retractable belly ball turret, and finely simulated fabric control surfaces. Complete with a heavily constructed, solid all-metal display stand to present this giant of the skies in a dynamic in-flight configuration, this museum-grade replica is a definitive centerpiece.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: AA34018

Aircraft: Consolidated B-24H Liberator

Serial/Tail Code: #42-52154

Nose Art / Nickname: "Male Call"

Associated Pilot / Officer: James "Jimmy" Stewart (Hollywood Actor & Group Operations Officer)

Unit: USAAF 453rd Bombardment Group (453rd BG)

Base Command: RAF Old Buckenham, Norfolk, England

Date/Period: 1944 (World War II)

Scale: 1:72

Limited Edition: 1,500 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight Diecast Metal

Special Features: Large solid metal weight, highly authentic "Male Call" custom nose art graphics, No. 453 BG olive-drab paint scheme, detailed nose gun turret, retractable belly ball turret, twin H-shaped tail unit, simulated fabric control surfaces, heavy-duty all-metal presentation flight stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 11.25" or 28.6 cm

Width (Wingspan): 18.25" or 46.4 cm

Condition

Model Condition -


Box condition -


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

Holiday dispatch update

We are currently away on holiday until Friday, 2 October. Orders can still be placed as normal. Dispatch resumes on Monday, 5 October.  Please see below for further general information.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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 monumental, highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast masterpiece celebrating one of the most prolific heavy bombers of World War II and its legendary connection to Hollywood royalty. This premium replica within Corgi's Aviation Archive Collector Series (AA34018) meticulously represents the Consolidated B-24H Liberator, serial #42-52154, affectionately named "Male Call".

Often unfairly overshadowed by both the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress and the later B-29 Superfortress, the distinctive Consolidated B-24 Liberator was actually the third of America’s massive heavy bombers. It holds the stellar distinction of being the most heavily produced four-engined military aircraft in aviation history, with over 18,500 rolling off assembly lines. Serving as the absolute backbone of the Allied daylight bombing offensive against Germany, the B-24 featured an efficient shoulder-mounted wing, a deep fuselage, and its iconic H-shaped twin tail unit. Its remarkable long-range capabilities were also instrumental in closing the dangerous 'Atlantic gap' against German U-boat wolfpacks.

This specific aircraft, "Male Call", was an exceptionally hard-working machine operating with the USAAF 453rd Bombardment Group. Arriving at RAF Old Buckenham airfield in Norfolk on January 21st, 1944, the rugged bomber went on to complete an astonishing 95 successful bombing missions. Surviving the brutal air war, it is historical consensus that "Male Call" was the sole survivor of the original 61 B-24s assigned to the group.

Adding unparalleled prestige to this airframe, "Male Call" was one of the Liberators regularly piloted by legendary Oscar-winning Hollywood actor James "Jimmy" Stewart. Stewart served with distinction as the Group Operations Officer for the 453rd Bombardment Group during this critical period of World War II, putting his civilian acting career on hold to fly high-stakes operational combat missions over occupied Europe.

Highly coveted by advanced military historians and aviation collectors for its rare 1,500-piece limited worldwide release, this 1:72 scale model commands immense presence on display. Built with a heavy diecast metal construction, it highlights the late-war B-24H configuration. The model is beautifully engineered with a detailed nose gun turret, a retractable belly ball turret, and finely simulated fabric control surfaces. Complete with a heavily constructed, solid all-metal display stand to present this giant of the skies in a dynamic in-flight configuration, this museum-grade replica is a definitive centerpiece.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: AA34018

Aircraft: Consolidated B-24H Liberator

Serial/Tail Code: #42-52154

Nose Art / Nickname: "Male Call"

Associated Pilot / Officer: James "Jimmy" Stewart (Hollywood Actor & Group Operations Officer)

Unit: USAAF 453rd Bombardment Group (453rd BG)

Base Command: RAF Old Buckenham, Norfolk, England

Date/Period: 1944 (World War II)

Scale: 1:72

Limited Edition: 1,500 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight Diecast Metal

Special Features: Large solid metal weight, highly authentic "Male Call" custom nose art graphics, No. 453 BG olive-drab paint scheme, detailed nose gun turret, retractable belly ball turret, twin H-shaped tail unit, simulated fabric control surfaces, heavy-duty all-metal presentation flight stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 11.25" or 28.6 cm

Width (Wingspan): 18.25" or 46.4 cm

Condition

Model Condition -


Box condition -


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

Holiday dispatch update

We are currently away on holiday until Friday, 2 October. Orders can still be placed as normal. Dispatch resumes on Monday, 5 October.  Please see below for further general information.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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.