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Hobby Master HA3203 1:72 Douglas B-26B Invader USAF 731st BS 3rd BG 44-34552 BC-J Brown Nose Iwakuni Japan 1951
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A highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of Douglas B-26B Invader 44-34552, coded BC-J and named “Brown Nose”. Hobby Master HA3203 depicts the aircraft with the United States Air Force 731st Bombardment Squadron, 3rd Bombardment Group, operating from Iwakuni Air Base in Japan during the Korean War in early 1951.
Originally designated the A-26 Invader, the Douglas aircraft was developed as a fast twin-engine light bomber and ground-attack platform. First flown in July 1942, it combined high performance with a flexible design that allowed different nose sections, weapons configurations and mission equipment to be fitted. The solid-nose A-26B was particularly suited to low-level strafing and interdiction missions.
The type was redesignated B-26 in 1948 following the retirement of the earlier Martin B-26 Marauder. During the Korean War, Invaders operated as the United States Air Force's principal light bombers, attacking supply centres, road and rail traffic, storage areas and other targets. Increasing anti-aircraft fire and the threat from enemy fighters led many units to concentrate on demanding night-intruder missions.
The 731st Bombardment Squadron deployed from the United States to Iwakuni during late 1950 and was assigned to the 3rd Bombardment Group for Korean War operations. Its crews flew an intensive programme of combat sorties from Japan before the squadron was redesignated as the 90th Bombardment Squadron in June 1951. This release captures “Brown Nose” during that comparatively brief but important period.
Aircraft 44-34552 carries the BC-J code together with its distinctive nose artwork and period United States Air Force markings. The combination of its named-aircraft identity, Korean War setting and association with the 731st Bombardment Squadron makes HA3203 an especially appealing Invader release.
Produced within Hobby Master's Air Power Series, this substantial model features extensive diecast metal construction, optional raised or retracted undercarriage, removable canopy, three crew figures, turning dorsal turret, opening bomb bay with six bombs, optional armament and a presentation display stand.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Hobby Master
Series: Air Power Series
Scale: 1:72
Model Code/MPN: HA3203
Aircraft: Douglas B-26B Invader
Unit/Markings: USAF 731st Bombardment Squadron, 3rd Bombardment Group
Aircraft Name: Brown Nose
Serial/Code: 44-34552 / BC-J
Year/Date: Early 1951
Base/Location: Iwakuni Air Base, Japan
Conflict: Korean War
Operator/Country: United States Air Force / United States
Material: Diecast metal with detailed plastic components
Special Features: Optional undercarriage, removable canopy, three crew figures, turning dorsal turret, opening bomb bay with six bombs, optional armament and presentation display stand
Dimensions
Length: 8.25" or 21 cm
Width (Wingspan): 11.75" or 29.8 cm
Condition
Model Condition - New/Mint (10/10)
It does appear that the sellotape seal has been removed at some point but the model has not previously been displayed. The original accessory packets are still factory sealed, and the model comes complete with its original parts and accessories.
Box condition - Near Mint (9/10)
The box presents very well for its age, with only minor shelf 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
Goods will be shipped next day after the order is placed.
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Please allow extra time for delivery during the busy Christmas period.
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Duty-paid shipping may also be available for the United States, Norway and Switzerland where shown at checkout.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU), meaning import charges may be payable before delivery.
Products are packaged very well to ensure secure delivery and a happy customer.
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- Items must be returned in their original condition.
- Free UK customer returns.
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Hobby Master HA3203 1:72 Douglas B-26B Invader USAF 731st BS 3rd BG 44-34552 BC-J Brown Nose Iwakuni Japan 1951
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Description
A highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of Douglas B-26B Invader 44-34552, coded BC-J and named “Brown Nose”. Hobby Master HA3203 depicts the aircraft with the United States Air Force 731st Bombardment Squadron, 3rd Bombardment Group, operating from Iwakuni Air Base in Japan during the Korean War in early 1951.
Originally designated the A-26 Invader, the Douglas aircraft was developed as a fast twin-engine light bomber and ground-attack platform. First flown in July 1942, it combined high performance with a flexible design that allowed different nose sections, weapons configurations and mission equipment to be fitted. The solid-nose A-26B was particularly suited to low-level strafing and interdiction missions.
The type was redesignated B-26 in 1948 following the retirement of the earlier Martin B-26 Marauder. During the Korean War, Invaders operated as the United States Air Force's principal light bombers, attacking supply centres, road and rail traffic, storage areas and other targets. Increasing anti-aircraft fire and the threat from enemy fighters led many units to concentrate on demanding night-intruder missions.
The 731st Bombardment Squadron deployed from the United States to Iwakuni during late 1950 and was assigned to the 3rd Bombardment Group for Korean War operations. Its crews flew an intensive programme of combat sorties from Japan before the squadron was redesignated as the 90th Bombardment Squadron in June 1951. This release captures “Brown Nose” during that comparatively brief but important period.
Aircraft 44-34552 carries the BC-J code together with its distinctive nose artwork and period United States Air Force markings. The combination of its named-aircraft identity, Korean War setting and association with the 731st Bombardment Squadron makes HA3203 an especially appealing Invader release.
Produced within Hobby Master's Air Power Series, this substantial model features extensive diecast metal construction, optional raised or retracted undercarriage, removable canopy, three crew figures, turning dorsal turret, opening bomb bay with six bombs, optional armament and a presentation display stand.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Hobby Master
Series: Air Power Series
Scale: 1:72
Model Code/MPN: HA3203
Aircraft: Douglas B-26B Invader
Unit/Markings: USAF 731st Bombardment Squadron, 3rd Bombardment Group
Aircraft Name: Brown Nose
Serial/Code: 44-34552 / BC-J
Year/Date: Early 1951
Base/Location: Iwakuni Air Base, Japan
Conflict: Korean War
Operator/Country: United States Air Force / United States
Material: Diecast metal with detailed plastic components
Special Features: Optional undercarriage, removable canopy, three crew figures, turning dorsal turret, opening bomb bay with six bombs, optional armament and presentation display stand
Dimensions
Length: 8.25" or 21 cm
Width (Wingspan): 11.75" or 29.8 cm
Condition
Model Condition - New/Mint (10/10)
It does appear that the sellotape seal has been removed at some point but the model has not previously been displayed. The original accessory packets are still factory sealed, and the model comes complete with its original parts and accessories.
Box condition - Near Mint (9/10)
The box presents very well for its age, with only minor shelf 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
Goods will be shipped next day after the order is placed.
You can stay updated on your tracking information by clicking Track Your Order here. Alternatively, this can be located via the top menu under 'Track Your Order'.
Please allow extra time for delivery during the busy Christmas period.
UK Shipping
- Free Express Tracked Delivery (Royal Mail Tracked 24 – 1 Business day)
For orders over £100. - Free Premium Delivery (ParcelForce Express Tracked – 1 Business day)
For orders over £200. - Royal Mail Tracked 48 (2–3 working days) – £3.95
For orders under £100. - Royal Mail Express Tracked (1 business day) – £5.20
For orders under £100.
Worldwide
International shipping is available and fully insured up to the total order value. Add items to your cart and enter your delivery address in the cart to see postage before checkout. If you buy multiple items, the cart will automatically combine shipping costs based on item weight.
International Import Duties & Taxes
For selected duty-paid destinations, import duties and taxes are calculated and collected upfront at checkout. Where these charges are shown at checkout, your order will be shipped using a duty-paid service where available, helping to reduce the chance of additional import charges on delivery.
Selected European duty-paid destinations currently include Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
Duty-paid shipping may also be available for the United States, Norway and Switzerland where shown at checkout.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU), meaning import charges may be payable before delivery.
Products are packaged very well to ensure secure delivery and a happy customer.
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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