{"product_id":"oxford-diecast-ac099-1-72-grumman-avenger-mk-ii-jz490-855-nas-hawkinge-1944","title":"Oxford Diecast AC099 1:72 Grumman Avenger Mk II J2490 855 NAS Hawkinge 1944","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOxford Diecast AC099 recreates Grumman Avenger Mk II J2490 of No.855 Naval Air Squadron at RAF Hawkinge in June 1944. The 1:72 model carries the Fleet Air Arm's wartime camouflage and markings from the period when the squadron supported operations around the Normandy landings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo.855 Naval Air Squadron operated its Avengers under RAF Coastal Command as part of No.157 Wing. From Hawkinge, its crews flew anti-shipping patrols along the occupied coasts of France, Belgium and the Netherlands, using the Avenger's range, internal weapons bay and rugged carrier-aircraft design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis diecast release combines an important Fleet Air Arm subject with the Avenger's unmistakable three-seat profile, making it particularly suitable for Royal Navy, Coastal Command and D-Day aircraft collections.\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 Oxford Diecast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oxford Aviation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e AC099\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft \/ Variant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grumman Avenger Mk II\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft Identity \/ Serial:\u003c\/strong\u003e J2490\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSquadron \/ Unit:\u003c\/strong\u003e No.855 Naval Air Squadron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheatre \/ Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e RAF Hawkinge, Kent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate \/ Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 1944\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft Role:\u003c\/strong\u003e Torpedo bomber and maritime strike aircraft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm \/ United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diecast metal with detailed component parts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic Fleet Air Arm camouflage and J2490 markings, detailed cockpit, rotating propeller, optional undercarriage and display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 6.75 inches \/ 17.1 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWingspan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 9 inches \/ 22.9 cm\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\u003eAll noted condition points are shown with red arrows in the images for clear observation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA few minor marks are present around the aircraft, but they should be barely noticeable when displayed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes complete and remains an excellent display example.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox Condition - Near Mint (9\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly light shelf wear is present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotographed under studio lighting to make the noted condition points easy to assess. What you see is exactly what you will receive.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease review the images alongside the description and grading guide before purchasing. If you have any questions, please contact us.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oxford Diecast","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57991099613566,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/oxford-diecast-ac099-172-grumman-avenger-mk-ii-j2490-855-nas-hawkinge-1944-8400024.jpg?v=1792276777","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/oxford-diecast-ac099-1-72-grumman-avenger-mk-ii-jz490-855-nas-hawkinge-1944","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}