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Corgi CS90023 The Battle for Pork Chop Hill Forgotten Heroes of Korea 4-Piece Military Set
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Description
A distinctive mixed-scale four-piece diecast military set commemorating the soldiers, medical crews and support personnel involved in the Battle for Pork Chop Hill during the Korean War. Released as Corgi Showcase Collection No. 4 within the A Century of War range, CS90023 carries the subtitle “The Forgotten Heroes of Korea”.
The collection contains four separately presented United States Army models: a Bell H-13 Sioux helicopter, a WC54 military ambulance, a Willys MB Jeep and an M3A1 half-track carrier. Together, the models represent the combination of medical evacuation, transport, liaison and armoured support equipment associated with United Nations operations in Korea.
Pork Chop Hill became the site of intense fighting between United Nations and Chinese forces during the closing months of the Korean War. Major engagements took place during April and July 1953, while armistice negotiations were continuing. During the final battle, both sides repeatedly reinforced their positions before United Nations forces were ordered to withdraw after five days of heavy fighting.
The Bell H-13 Sioux became one of the most recognisable aircraft of the conflict. Its bubble canopy, open tubular tail structure and external stretcher racks made it particularly suitable for transporting seriously wounded personnel from frontline areas to Mobile Army Surgical Hospitals.
The accompanying WC54 ambulance and Willys Jeep represent the essential ground transport used to move casualties, personnel and supplies, while the M3A1 half-track reflects the armoured vehicles used to carry troops and equipment through exposed battlefield areas.
Each model is mounted on its own presentation plinth with an accompanying information panel, allowing all four pieces to be arranged together as a themed display. The set combines diecast metal construction with detailed plastic components and authentic olive-drab United States Army markings.
Released during the early 2000s, CS90023 is an appealing addition for collectors of Korean War subjects, Corgi military vehicles and multi-model historical display sets.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Showcase Collection / A Century of War
Collection Number: Showcase Collection No. 4
Model code: CS90023
Set Title: The Battle for Pork Chop Hill
Subtitle: The Forgotten Heroes of Korea
Conflict: Korean War
Campaign / Event: Battles for Pork Chop Hill
Date/Period: 1953
Model One: Bell H-13 Sioux helicopter
Model Two: WC54 military ambulance
Model Three: Willys MB 4x4 Jeep
Model Four: M3A1 half-track carrier
Operator / Country: United States Army / United States
Number of Models: Four
Scale: Mixed scale, catalogued at approximately 1:87 and 1:144
Release Period: Early 2000s
Material: Diecast metal with detailed plastic sub-components
Special Features: Four-piece themed military collection, authentic Korean War-era US Army finishes, individual presentation plinths, information panels, Bell H-13 medical evacuation helicopter, WC54 ambulance, Willys Jeep and M3A1 half-track carrier
Model Dimensions
Individual Dimensions: Vary between the four models due to the mixed display scales
Scale Range: Approximately 1:87 to 1:144
Condition
Model Condition - Mint (10/10)
- Models are in mint condition overall.
- Models look to be undisplayed.
- Set comes complete.
Box condition - Very Good (7/10)
- Box is in very good condition overall, with some shelf wear present.
- Crushing is present to the back of the box.
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
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UK Delivery
- Royal Mail Tracked 48 — £4.20
Usually delivered within 2–3 working days. Available for orders below £100. - Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.20 or FREE on orders of £100 or more
Aims for delivery on the next working day after dispatch. - Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50 or FREE on orders of £200 or more
Guaranteed delivery by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the United Kingdom, with parcels insured up to the full order value.
Estimated delivery times after dispatch:
- Europe: usually 3–5 business days.
- Rest of the world: usually 6–7 business days.
Add your models to the cart and enter your delivery address to view the available services and postage costs. Shipping is automatically combined by weight when purchasing multiple models.
Import Duties & Taxes
For supported destinations, any applicable duties and taxes are calculated and shown at checkout after you enter your delivery address. These charges are collected with your order and the parcel is sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due upon delivery.
Duty-paid delivery is currently available where shown at checkout for:
- United States
- Norway and Switzerland
- Selected European destinations: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not shown and collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). The recipient may therefore need to pay local import duties, taxes or handling charges before delivery.
Every model is carefully packaged to help ensure it arrives safely and securely.
Returns
- Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.
- Items must be returned in their original condition.
- Free UK customer returns.
- Non-UK customers are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe all items accurately to help you buy with confidence.
- Refunds are issued after inspection of the returned item.
For more information on returns, please visit our Returns Policy page.
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Description
A distinctive mixed-scale four-piece diecast military set commemorating the soldiers, medical crews and support personnel involved in the Battle for Pork Chop Hill during the Korean War. Released as Corgi Showcase Collection No. 4 within the A Century of War range, CS90023 carries the subtitle “The Forgotten Heroes of Korea”.
The collection contains four separately presented United States Army models: a Bell H-13 Sioux helicopter, a WC54 military ambulance, a Willys MB Jeep and an M3A1 half-track carrier. Together, the models represent the combination of medical evacuation, transport, liaison and armoured support equipment associated with United Nations operations in Korea.
Pork Chop Hill became the site of intense fighting between United Nations and Chinese forces during the closing months of the Korean War. Major engagements took place during April and July 1953, while armistice negotiations were continuing. During the final battle, both sides repeatedly reinforced their positions before United Nations forces were ordered to withdraw after five days of heavy fighting.
The Bell H-13 Sioux became one of the most recognisable aircraft of the conflict. Its bubble canopy, open tubular tail structure and external stretcher racks made it particularly suitable for transporting seriously wounded personnel from frontline areas to Mobile Army Surgical Hospitals.
The accompanying WC54 ambulance and Willys Jeep represent the essential ground transport used to move casualties, personnel and supplies, while the M3A1 half-track reflects the armoured vehicles used to carry troops and equipment through exposed battlefield areas.
Each model is mounted on its own presentation plinth with an accompanying information panel, allowing all four pieces to be arranged together as a themed display. The set combines diecast metal construction with detailed plastic components and authentic olive-drab United States Army markings.
Released during the early 2000s, CS90023 is an appealing addition for collectors of Korean War subjects, Corgi military vehicles and multi-model historical display sets.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Showcase Collection / A Century of War
Collection Number: Showcase Collection No. 4
Model code: CS90023
Set Title: The Battle for Pork Chop Hill
Subtitle: The Forgotten Heroes of Korea
Conflict: Korean War
Campaign / Event: Battles for Pork Chop Hill
Date/Period: 1953
Model One: Bell H-13 Sioux helicopter
Model Two: WC54 military ambulance
Model Three: Willys MB 4x4 Jeep
Model Four: M3A1 half-track carrier
Operator / Country: United States Army / United States
Number of Models: Four
Scale: Mixed scale, catalogued at approximately 1:87 and 1:144
Release Period: Early 2000s
Material: Diecast metal with detailed plastic sub-components
Special Features: Four-piece themed military collection, authentic Korean War-era US Army finishes, individual presentation plinths, information panels, Bell H-13 medical evacuation helicopter, WC54 ambulance, Willys Jeep and M3A1 half-track carrier
Model Dimensions
Individual Dimensions: Vary between the four models due to the mixed display scales
Scale Range: Approximately 1:87 to 1:144
Condition
Model Condition - Mint (10/10)
- Models are in mint condition overall.
- Models look to be undisplayed.
- Set comes complete.
Box condition - Very Good (7/10)
- Box is in very good condition overall, with some shelf wear present.
- Crushing is present to the back of the box.
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.
Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel through our Track Your Order page, also available from the main menu.
UK Delivery
- Royal Mail Tracked 48 — £4.20
Usually delivered within 2–3 working days. Available for orders below £100. - Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.20 or FREE on orders of £100 or more
Aims for delivery on the next working day after dispatch. - Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50 or FREE on orders of £200 or more
Guaranteed delivery by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the United Kingdom, with parcels insured up to the full order value.
Estimated delivery times after dispatch:
- Europe: usually 3–5 business days.
- Rest of the world: usually 6–7 business days.
Add your models to the cart and enter your delivery address to view the available services and postage costs. Shipping is automatically combined by weight when purchasing multiple models.
Import Duties & Taxes
For supported destinations, any applicable duties and taxes are calculated and shown at checkout after you enter your delivery address. These charges are collected with your order and the parcel is sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due upon delivery.
Duty-paid delivery is currently available where shown at checkout for:
- United States
- Norway and Switzerland
- Selected European destinations: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not shown and collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). The recipient may therefore need to pay local import duties, taxes or handling charges before delivery.
Every model is carefully packaged to help ensure it arrives safely and securely.
Returns
- Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.
- Items must be returned in their original condition.
- Free UK customer returns.
- Non-UK customers are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe all items accurately to help you buy with confidence.
- Refunds are issued after inspection of the returned item.
For more information on returns, please visit our Returns Policy page.
If you need to return an item, please email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under “About & Help” in the top menu.
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