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Corgi 49803 1:72 Hawker Hunter F.Mk 6 XG274 No.4 FTS RAF Valley *Issues*

Sale price£14.00 GBP
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Limited edition 1459 of 6800 worldwide

Condition summary

Model condition
Good (6/10)
Box condition
Excellent (8/10)
  • The model is in good condition overall.
Full condition notes

Model condition

  • The model is in good condition overall.
  • The locating pins for the underwing fuel tanks are broken. The fuel tanks are included, but the pins are no longer attached to them.
  • Some light wear is present in places, although nothing is overly noticeable.
  • Some wear is also present to the topside decal.

Box condition

  • The box is in excellent condition for its age, with some light shelf wear present.
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Description

A highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of Hawker Hunter F.Mk 6 XG274, aircraft 71 of No.4 Flying Training School at RAF Valley during 1973. Released within the Corgi Aviation Archive Jet Fighter Power collection, 49803 represents the Hunter during its later career as an advanced fast-jet training aircraft with the Royal Air Force.

No.4 Flying Training School has a long association with the training of Royal Air Force fast-jet pilots. The unit arrived at RAF Valley on Anglesey in 1960, with the station becoming one of Britain's most important centres for advanced jet flying training.

Hawker Hunter F.6 and two-seat T.7 aircraft were introduced to No.4 FTS during the latter half of the 1960s. They supplemented the smaller Folland Gnat and provided valuable experience on a powerful swept-wing aircraft before student pilots progressed towards frontline operational types.

XG274 was one of the Hunter F.6 aircraft operated by No.4 Flying Training School and carried the individual aircraft number 71. Period photographs confirm the aircraft in the unit's markings during the early 1970s, including appearances at major RAF aviation events.

Corgi recreates XG274 in its characteristic No.4 FTS appearance, combining the standard RAF camouflage of the period with prominent training-unit markings. The scheme provides an interesting contrast to the frontline fighter and colourful aerobatic Hunter releases represented elsewhere in the Aviation Archive range.

The Hawker Hunter first flew in 1951 and became one of Britain's most successful post-war military aircraft. Its elegant swept-wing design, powerful Rolls-Royce Avon turbojet and responsive handling characteristics allowed the type to serve successfully as a fighter, ground-attack aircraft, reconnaissance platform and advanced trainer.

The F.Mk 6 represented a significant development of the Hunter fighter and introduced increased performance and improved fuel capacity. Although newer aircraft gradually replaced the Hunter in frontline service, its excellent flying characteristics ensured that it continued performing training and secondary duties for many years.

XG274 remained in Royal Air Force service until later being allocated the maintenance serial 8710M in 1981 for instructional use at RAF Halton. The surviving airframe subsequently entered preservation, providing a direct historical link to the era represented by this Corgi model.

Limited to 6,800 pieces worldwide, Corgi 49803 features substantial diecast construction with a detailed cockpit, authentic XG274 and No.4 FTS markings and a range of display options. The model can be presented with its landing gear deployed or retracted and includes the original Aviation Archive display stand.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive - Jet Fighter Power

Scale: 1:72

Model Code/MPN: 49803

Aircraft: Hawker Hunter F.Mk 6

Serial: XG274

Construction Number: 41H/680075

Aircraft Number: 71

Unit/Markings: No.4 Flying Training School

Operator/Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom

Base: RAF Valley, Anglesey, Wales

Year/Date: 1973

Role: Advanced Fast-Jet Training Aircraft

Limited Edition: 6,800 pieces worldwide

Later Identity: RAF maintenance serial 8710M

Material: Diecast metal with detailed plastic sub-components

Special Features: Authentic XG274 and No.4 FTS markings, aircraft number 71, detailed cockpit, configurable landing gear and original presentation display stand


Dimensions

Length: 7.75" or 19.7 cm

Width (Wingspan): 5.75" or 14.6 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Good (6/10)

  • The model is in good condition overall.
  • The locating pins for the underwing fuel tanks are broken. The fuel tanks are included, but the pins are no longer attached to them.
  • Some light wear is present in places, although nothing is overly noticeable.
  • Some wear is also present to the topside decal.

Box condition - Excellent (8/10)

  • The box is in excellent condition for its age, with some light shelf wear present.

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.

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 highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of Hawker Hunter F.Mk 6 XG274, aircraft 71 of No.4 Flying Training School at RAF Valley during 1973. Released within the Corgi Aviation Archive Jet Fighter Power collection, 49803 represents the Hunter during its later career as an advanced fast-jet training aircraft with the Royal Air Force.

No.4 Flying Training School has a long association with the training of Royal Air Force fast-jet pilots. The unit arrived at RAF Valley on Anglesey in 1960, with the station becoming one of Britain's most important centres for advanced jet flying training.

Hawker Hunter F.6 and two-seat T.7 aircraft were introduced to No.4 FTS during the latter half of the 1960s. They supplemented the smaller Folland Gnat and provided valuable experience on a powerful swept-wing aircraft before student pilots progressed towards frontline operational types.

XG274 was one of the Hunter F.6 aircraft operated by No.4 Flying Training School and carried the individual aircraft number 71. Period photographs confirm the aircraft in the unit's markings during the early 1970s, including appearances at major RAF aviation events.

Corgi recreates XG274 in its characteristic No.4 FTS appearance, combining the standard RAF camouflage of the period with prominent training-unit markings. The scheme provides an interesting contrast to the frontline fighter and colourful aerobatic Hunter releases represented elsewhere in the Aviation Archive range.

The Hawker Hunter first flew in 1951 and became one of Britain's most successful post-war military aircraft. Its elegant swept-wing design, powerful Rolls-Royce Avon turbojet and responsive handling characteristics allowed the type to serve successfully as a fighter, ground-attack aircraft, reconnaissance platform and advanced trainer.

The F.Mk 6 represented a significant development of the Hunter fighter and introduced increased performance and improved fuel capacity. Although newer aircraft gradually replaced the Hunter in frontline service, its excellent flying characteristics ensured that it continued performing training and secondary duties for many years.

XG274 remained in Royal Air Force service until later being allocated the maintenance serial 8710M in 1981 for instructional use at RAF Halton. The surviving airframe subsequently entered preservation, providing a direct historical link to the era represented by this Corgi model.

Limited to 6,800 pieces worldwide, Corgi 49803 features substantial diecast construction with a detailed cockpit, authentic XG274 and No.4 FTS markings and a range of display options. The model can be presented with its landing gear deployed or retracted and includes the original Aviation Archive display stand.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive - Jet Fighter Power

Scale: 1:72

Model Code/MPN: 49803

Aircraft: Hawker Hunter F.Mk 6

Serial: XG274

Construction Number: 41H/680075

Aircraft Number: 71

Unit/Markings: No.4 Flying Training School

Operator/Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom

Base: RAF Valley, Anglesey, Wales

Year/Date: 1973

Role: Advanced Fast-Jet Training Aircraft

Limited Edition: 6,800 pieces worldwide

Later Identity: RAF maintenance serial 8710M

Material: Diecast metal with detailed plastic sub-components

Special Features: Authentic XG274 and No.4 FTS markings, aircraft number 71, detailed cockpit, configurable landing gear and original presentation display stand


Dimensions

Length: 7.75" or 19.7 cm

Width (Wingspan): 5.75" or 14.6 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Good (6/10)

  • The model is in good condition overall.
  • The locating pins for the underwing fuel tanks are broken. The fuel tanks are included, but the pins are no longer attached to them.
  • Some light wear is present in places, although nothing is overly noticeable.
  • Some wear is also present to the topside decal.

Box condition - Excellent (8/10)

  • The box is in excellent condition for its age, with some light shelf wear present.

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.

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.