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Corgi CSFS08004 Fighting Machines The RAF at War Spitfire Hurricane Lancaster Tiger Moth 4-Aircraft Set

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Condition summary

Model condition
Excellent (8/10)
Box condition
Very Good (7/10)
Completeness
The set comes complete with stand accessories, which appear to still be sealed from the factory.
  • The rest of the models appear to be fine with no major issues noted.
Full condition notes

Model condition

  • The Hurricane and Tiger Moth models have some noted defects, including wear, which have been pointed out with red arrows in the images.
  • The rest of the models appear to be fine with no major issues noted.
  • The set comes complete with stand accessories, which appear to still be sealed from the factory.
  • The set also includes the related aircraft information cards and booklet.

Box condition

  • The box is in very good condition overall, with some shelf wear present.
  • The box remains structurally sound for its age.

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Description

A collectable four-aircraft set representing fighter, bomber and training operations undertaken by the Royal Air Force during the Second World War. Released as part of Corgi's Fighting Machines Showcase Collection, CSFS08004 is titled “The RAF at War”.

The Supermarine Spitfire carries the individual marking QJ-R and is associated with distinguished fighter pilot Neville Duke. It is joined by Hawker Hurricane ZY-S of RAF No. 247 Squadron, providing two contrasting examples of Britain's principal wartime single-seat fighters.

The Avro Lancaster represents RAF No. 83 Squadron and carries the squadron code OL-Y. The four-engined Lancaster became one of RAF Bomber Command's principal heavy bombers and was capable of carrying a wide range of conventional and specialised bomb loads.

De Havilland Tiger Moth T6818 represents the essential training system which prepared thousands of pilots for service on operational aircraft. Its inclusion gives the collection a broader perspective, covering the progression from elementary flight training to frontline fighter and bomber operations.

The four models are produced in compact display scales and combine diecast metal construction with detailed plastic components. Each is supplied with authentic RAF markings and its own presentation stand.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Fighting Machines / Showcase Collection

Model code: CSFS08004

Set Title: The RAF at War

Model One: Supermarine Spitfire

Spitfire Markings: QJ-R

Associated Pilot: Neville Duke

Model Two: Hawker Hurricane

Hurricane Markings: ZY-S

Hurricane Unit: Royal Air Force No. 247 Squadron

Model Three: Avro Lancaster

Lancaster Markings: OL-Y

Lancaster Unit: Royal Air Force No. 83 Squadron

Model Four: De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth

Tiger Moth Serial: T6818

Operator / Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom

Number of Models: Four aircraft

Scale: Mixed small display scales

Release Year: 2004

Material: Diecast metal with detailed plastic sub-components

Special Features: Fighter, bomber and training aircraft, authentic RAF markings, individual presentation stands and collector information


Set Dimensions

Individual Model Dimensions: Vary between the four aircraft due to their different display scales

Scale Classification: Mixed scale / Corgi Showcase Collection

Condition

Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)

  • The Hurricane and Tiger Moth models have some noted defects, including wear, which have been pointed out with red arrows in the images.
  • The rest of the models appear to be fine with no major issues noted.
  • The set comes complete with stand accessories, which appear to still be sealed from the factory.
  • The set also includes the related aircraft information cards and booklet.

Box condition - Very Good (7/10)

  • The box is in very good condition overall, with some shelf wear present.
  • The box remains structurally sound for its age.

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 collectable four-aircraft set representing fighter, bomber and training operations undertaken by the Royal Air Force during the Second World War. Released as part of Corgi's Fighting Machines Showcase Collection, CSFS08004 is titled “The RAF at War”.

The Supermarine Spitfire carries the individual marking QJ-R and is associated with distinguished fighter pilot Neville Duke. It is joined by Hawker Hurricane ZY-S of RAF No. 247 Squadron, providing two contrasting examples of Britain's principal wartime single-seat fighters.

The Avro Lancaster represents RAF No. 83 Squadron and carries the squadron code OL-Y. The four-engined Lancaster became one of RAF Bomber Command's principal heavy bombers and was capable of carrying a wide range of conventional and specialised bomb loads.

De Havilland Tiger Moth T6818 represents the essential training system which prepared thousands of pilots for service on operational aircraft. Its inclusion gives the collection a broader perspective, covering the progression from elementary flight training to frontline fighter and bomber operations.

The four models are produced in compact display scales and combine diecast metal construction with detailed plastic components. Each is supplied with authentic RAF markings and its own presentation stand.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Fighting Machines / Showcase Collection

Model code: CSFS08004

Set Title: The RAF at War

Model One: Supermarine Spitfire

Spitfire Markings: QJ-R

Associated Pilot: Neville Duke

Model Two: Hawker Hurricane

Hurricane Markings: ZY-S

Hurricane Unit: Royal Air Force No. 247 Squadron

Model Three: Avro Lancaster

Lancaster Markings: OL-Y

Lancaster Unit: Royal Air Force No. 83 Squadron

Model Four: De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth

Tiger Moth Serial: T6818

Operator / Country: Royal Air Force / United Kingdom

Number of Models: Four aircraft

Scale: Mixed small display scales

Release Year: 2004

Material: Diecast metal with detailed plastic sub-components

Special Features: Fighter, bomber and training aircraft, authentic RAF markings, individual presentation stands and collector information


Set Dimensions

Individual Model Dimensions: Vary between the four aircraft due to their different display scales

Scale Classification: Mixed scale / Corgi Showcase Collection

Condition

Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)

  • The Hurricane and Tiger Moth models have some noted defects, including wear, which have been pointed out with red arrows in the images.
  • The rest of the models appear to be fine with no major issues noted.
  • The set comes complete with stand accessories, which appear to still be sealed from the factory.
  • The set also includes the related aircraft information cards and booklet.

Box condition - Very Good (7/10)

  • The box is in very good condition overall, with some shelf wear present.
  • The box remains structurally sound for its age.

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.