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Corgi US33508 1:144 Boeing B-52H Stratofortress USAF SAC 7th BW 1990

Sale price£190.00 GBP
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Preowned - Mint (10/10)
Limited Edition
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Description

An imposing, heavyweight 1:144 scale diecast masterpiece replicating the unparalleled reach and devastating power of America's definitive strategic bomber. This premium replica within Corgi's Aviation Archive Collector Series (US33508) depicts the Boeing B-52H Stratofortress serving with the USAF Strategic Air Command (SAC), 7th Bomb Wing, 9th Bomb Squadron out of Carswell AFB, Texas, in March 1990. The B-52s of the celebrated 7th BW proudly displayed a distinctive tail stripe superimposed with the skull of a Texas Longhorn, emphasizing their core deployment in the strategic strike role while armed with AGM-86 Air Launched Cruise Missiles (ALCM). Initially envisioned as a straight-wing, six-turboprop platform to meet an Air Materiel Command requirement for a long-range strategic bomber, the B-52 underwent sweeping design overhauls before its historic first flight on April 15, 1952, emerging as an eight-turbojet, swept-wing powerhouse. Originally engineered to enforce Cold War "deterrence" missions with nuclear capability, the Stratofortress has exclusively dropped conventional munitions throughout a legendary combat career spanning Vietnam, the Persian Gulf, Afghanistan, and Iraq, with operational service expected to continue until at least 2040.

Highly coveted by elite military collectors for its immense size and substantial physical presence, this 1:144 scale model is surprisingly large and heavy, weighing in at nearly three pounds. The massive airframe cleanly captures the definitive design cues of the late-generation B-52H variant, showcasing its characteristic clipped tail fin and a realistically molded rear defensive turret housing 20mm Vulcan cannons. Precision engineering highlights feature multi-part engine nacelles complete with fine intake and exhaust detailing, alongside a masterfully integrated cockpit windscreen layout. For highly flexible showcase configurations, the heavy bomber includes a robust, specialized all-metal display stand for a dynamic in-flight presentation, or it can be set up on the ground using a keyed center landing gear assembly paired with functional wingtip gear for flawless balancing.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: US33508

Aircraft: Boeing B-52H Stratofortress

Unit: USAF Strategic Air Command (SAC), 7th Bomb Wing, 9th Bomb Squadron (7th BW, 9th BS)

Base Command: Carswell AFB, Texas, USA

Livery Theme: Cold War Era Strategic Camouflage with Texas Longhorn Tail Stripe

Primary Weaponry Loadout: AGM-86 ALCM Configuration Capable

Date/Period: March 1990

Scale: 1:144

Weight: Approx. 3 lbs (1.36 kg)

Limited Edition: 1,200 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight Diecast Metal

Special Features: Massive solid metal airframe weight, authentic 7th BW Texas Longhorn skull tail graphics, variant-accurate clipped tail fin, rear 20mm Vulcan cannon turret assembly, intricate engine nacelle intake/exhaust details, masterfully integrated cockpit glazing, keyed center ground landing gear, stabilizing outrigger wingtip gear, heavy-duty all-metal presentation flight stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 13.5" or 34.3 cm

Width (Wingspan): 15.5" or 39.4 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Mint (10/10)

  • Comes complete.

Box condition - Near Mint (9/10)

  • Very minor wear.

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

An imposing, heavyweight 1:144 scale diecast masterpiece replicating the unparalleled reach and devastating power of America's definitive strategic bomber. This premium replica within Corgi's Aviation Archive Collector Series (US33508) depicts the Boeing B-52H Stratofortress serving with the USAF Strategic Air Command (SAC), 7th Bomb Wing, 9th Bomb Squadron out of Carswell AFB, Texas, in March 1990. The B-52s of the celebrated 7th BW proudly displayed a distinctive tail stripe superimposed with the skull of a Texas Longhorn, emphasizing their core deployment in the strategic strike role while armed with AGM-86 Air Launched Cruise Missiles (ALCM). Initially envisioned as a straight-wing, six-turboprop platform to meet an Air Materiel Command requirement for a long-range strategic bomber, the B-52 underwent sweeping design overhauls before its historic first flight on April 15, 1952, emerging as an eight-turbojet, swept-wing powerhouse. Originally engineered to enforce Cold War "deterrence" missions with nuclear capability, the Stratofortress has exclusively dropped conventional munitions throughout a legendary combat career spanning Vietnam, the Persian Gulf, Afghanistan, and Iraq, with operational service expected to continue until at least 2040.

Highly coveted by elite military collectors for its immense size and substantial physical presence, this 1:144 scale model is surprisingly large and heavy, weighing in at nearly three pounds. The massive airframe cleanly captures the definitive design cues of the late-generation B-52H variant, showcasing its characteristic clipped tail fin and a realistically molded rear defensive turret housing 20mm Vulcan cannons. Precision engineering highlights feature multi-part engine nacelles complete with fine intake and exhaust detailing, alongside a masterfully integrated cockpit windscreen layout. For highly flexible showcase configurations, the heavy bomber includes a robust, specialized all-metal display stand for a dynamic in-flight presentation, or it can be set up on the ground using a keyed center landing gear assembly paired with functional wingtip gear for flawless balancing.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series

Model code: US33508

Aircraft: Boeing B-52H Stratofortress

Unit: USAF Strategic Air Command (SAC), 7th Bomb Wing, 9th Bomb Squadron (7th BW, 9th BS)

Base Command: Carswell AFB, Texas, USA

Livery Theme: Cold War Era Strategic Camouflage with Texas Longhorn Tail Stripe

Primary Weaponry Loadout: AGM-86 ALCM Configuration Capable

Date/Period: March 1990

Scale: 1:144

Weight: Approx. 3 lbs (1.36 kg)

Limited Edition: 1,200 pieces worldwide

Material: Heavyweight Diecast Metal

Special Features: Massive solid metal airframe weight, authentic 7th BW Texas Longhorn skull tail graphics, variant-accurate clipped tail fin, rear 20mm Vulcan cannon turret assembly, intricate engine nacelle intake/exhaust details, masterfully integrated cockpit glazing, keyed center ground landing gear, stabilizing outrigger wingtip gear, heavy-duty all-metal presentation flight stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 13.5" or 34.3 cm

Width (Wingspan): 15.5" or 39.4 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Mint (10/10)

  • Comes complete.

Box condition - Near Mint (9/10)

  • Very minor wear.

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.