A compact and collectable 1:147 scale diecast representation of the Lockheed P-38J Lightning “Little Eva”, an aircraft associated with the USAAF 475th Fighter Group during the Pacific War. Released as part of Corgi's Fighter Scramble Showcase Collection, CS90021 recreates the distinctive twin-boom fighter in its polished natural-metal combat finish.
“Little Eva”, serial 44-25880, carried aircraft number 170 and served with the 433rd Fighter Squadron of the 475th Fighter Group. The aircraft was associated with several pilots during its operational career, including Captain James M. Palmer, Major Warren R. Lewis and Lieutenant Calvin C. Wire.
The model carries a natural-metal silver finish with USAAF star-and-bar insignia, contrasting blue markings across the tail surfaces and the aircraft number 170. The “Little Eva” name and accompanying nose artwork are reproduced on the forward fuselage.
The Lockheed P-38 Lightning was designed as a high-performance interceptor and first flew in 1939. Its twin-boom airframe, central pilot nacelle, contra-rotating propellers and tricycle undercarriage created one of the most recognisable fighter aircraft configurations of the Second World War.
The P-38's long range made it particularly valuable in the Pacific, where aircraft frequently operated across enormous distances. Its cannon and machine guns were concentrated in the nose, providing accurate forward fire without the convergence limitations associated with wing-mounted armament.
This Corgi Showcase release combines diecast metal construction with detailed plastic components, realistic panel lines and permanent pad-printed markings. It is supplied with a poseable display stand and descriptive collector information card.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Showcase Collection / Fighter Scramble
Model code: CS90021
Aircraft: Lockheed P-38J Lightning
Serial: 44-25880
Aircraft Name: Little Eva
Tactical Markings: 170
Associated Pilot: Lieutenant Calvin C. “Cal” Wire
Other Associated Pilots: Captain James M. Palmer and Major Warren R. Lewis
Unit: USAAF 433rd Fighter Squadron, 475th Fighter Group
Campaign / Event: Second World War Pacific operations
Operator / Country: United States Army Air Forces / United States
Role: Fighter, long-range escort and ground-attack aircraft
Scale: 1:147
Material: Diecast metal with detailed plastic sub-components
Special Features: Authentic Little Eva nose artwork, aircraft number 170, natural-metal finish, contrasting blue tail markings, USAAF star-and-bar insignia, rotating propellers, realistic panel detailing, poseable display stand and descriptive collector card
Model Dimensions
Length: 3" or 7.6 cm
Width (Wingspan): 4.25" or 10.8 cm