{"product_id":"corgi-csfs08004-fighting-machines-the-raf-at-war-spitfire-hurricane-lancaster-tiger-moth-4-aircraft-set","title":"Corgi CSFS08004 Fighting Machines The RAF at War Spitfire Hurricane Lancaster Tiger Moth 4-Aircraft Set","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA collectable four-aircraft set representing fighter, bomber and training operations undertaken by the Royal Air Force during the Second World War.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of Corgi's Fighting Machines Showcase Collection, CSFS08004 is titled “The RAF at War”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFact Sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corgi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fighting Machines \/ Showcase Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e CSFS08004\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSet Title:\u003c\/strong\u003e The RAF at War\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel One:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supermarine Spitfire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpitfire Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e QJ-R\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssociated Pilot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neville Duke\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Two:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hawker Hurricane\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHurricane Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e ZY-S\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHurricane Unit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Air Force No. 247 Squadron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Three:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avro Lancaster\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLancaster Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e OL-Y\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLancaster Unit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Air Force No. 83 Squadron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Four:\u003c\/strong\u003e De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiger Moth Serial:\u003c\/strong\u003e T6818\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Air Force \/ United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Models:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four aircraft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mixed small display scales\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2004\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diecast metal with detailed plastic sub-components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fighter, bomber and training aircraft, authentic RAF markings, individual presentation stands and collector information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSet Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual Model Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vary between the four aircraft due to their different display scales\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale Classification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mixed scale \/ Corgi Showcase Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Excellent (8\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Hurricane and Tiger Moth models have some noted defects, including wear, which have been pointed out with red arrows in the images.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe rest of the models appear to be fine with no major issues noted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe set comes complete with stand accessories, which appear to still be sealed from the factory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe set also includes the related aircraft information cards and booklet.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Very Good (7\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe box is in very good condition overall, with some shelf wear present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe box remains structurally sound for its age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAny 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.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Corgi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57764574757246,"sku":null,"price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_5279.jpg?v=1785341585","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-csfs08004-fighting-machines-the-raf-at-war-spitfire-hurricane-lancaster-tiger-moth-4-aircraft-set","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}