Corgi Hawker Typhoon NF Mk.IB - Royal Aircraft Establishment, November 1942/March 1943. AA36505
REF: AA36505 - Scale 1:72 - Wingspan 175mm - New Release - Limited Edition

Prototype and Test Evaluation Fleet Air Arm and Commonwealth aircraft types were tested or service evaluated by the Royal Navy, the Aeroplane and Armament Experimental Establishment (A&AEE) at Boscombe Down, or the Royal Aircraft Establishment (RAE), Farnborough between 1939 and 1945.

The Typhoon Mk.IB, widely known as the Tiffy, distinguished itself particularly in the Battle of Normandy. In one famous case Tiffie’s of the 2nd Tactical Air Force decimated a large concentration of armour ahead of Avranches, disposing of no fewer than 137 tanks, and opening the way for the liberation of France and Belgium.

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Corgi Westland Wessex HC.2 - No.72 Squadron, RAF Odiham, Hampshire 1970. AA37603

 
REF: AA37603 - Scale1:72 - Rotorspan 237mm - New Release - New Tooling Limited Edition

The RAF operated 68 Wessex helicopters designated HC.Mk.2 in the troop carrying and support roles, with No.72 Squadron being the first RAF squadron to become operational on the type at RAF Odiham, near Basingstoke, Hampshire in 1964.

1969 saw the squadron begin its involvement in Northern Ireland with a detachment to RAF Ballykelly and then to RAF Aldergrove. It maintained this detachment until 1981when the decision was made to move the entire Squadron to Aldergrove where it remained until its disbandment in June 2002 having supported the British Army and RUC unstintingly for 33 years. The Wessex could carry 16 fully-laden troops or an under-slung load comprising usually a Howitzer field gun or Land Rover. Released: December 2007.

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Corgi DH Vampire FB.9 - No.28 Squadron, RAF Far East Air Force, Kai Tak, Hong Kong, late 1955. AA37302

REF:AA37302   Scale 1:72  Wingspan 160mm  Limited Edition   New Release  New Tooling

The Vampire line came to an end with the Vampire FB.Mk 9, an air-conditioned version of the FB.Mk 5. All told, 1900 single-seat Vampires were built by December 1953 when production ceased. The old jets flew on however, with several remaining in active service in Switzerland until 1990.In May 1949,No.28 Squadron, RAF, returned to Burma as part of the permanent defence force before transferring to Hong Kong in light of the situation in China. February 1951 saw Vampires arrive and the squadron on the move again, this time to Sek Kong where it remained for three years before returning to Kai Tak and receiving Venoms. Today No.28 Squadron flies Merlin helicopters from RAF Benson, Oxon. Available from the die-cast-collector website.

Hobby Master F-104C Starfighter 479th TFW USAF George AFB California, 1963

REF:HA01001  Scale 1:72   Length 222mm    Wingspan 100mm

The 1:72 scale F-104C (Starfighter) from the Air Power Series by Hobby Master is a beautifully made replica of this legendary fighter. Depicted in the authentic markings of the 479th Tactical Fighter Wing of the USAF in 1963, “Really George” was based at George Air Force Base, California.
There are very few die-cast models of the Starfighter in existence and there are fewer still, if any, that equal either the quality of this model or the exceptional value for money. Featuring unprecedented attention to detail, features include authentic markings and livery, opening cockpit canopy, interchangeable undercarriage, rubber wheels, detailed weapon loads, pilot figure and display stand. This really is an exceptional model that would be the centrepiece of any collection. This great Hobby Master model is available to buy on the die-cast-collector website.

Forces Of Valor German 88mm Flak Gun Stalingrad 1944

SKN: 80034..SCALE: 1:32

A stunning model from Forces of Valor of the German 88mm Flak gun. The detail and quality of this flak gun in breathtaking. From the moment you open the lid to the box you realise that this is no ordinary model, it is a masterpiece of replica engineering. The box also contains a large array of extras including  ammunition, guns, wall section, sand bags, wheels for towing, five man gun crew and lots, lots more.

The German 88mm Flak Gun was both an anti-tank and anti-aircraft weapon. It was powerful enough to penetrate heavy armour at long ranges. Although extremely effective, its large size made it difficult to move and conceal. Visit the die-cast-collector website for more great military models.

Corgi DH Mosquito PR.I - W4051, LY-U, No1. PRU, July 1941. AA32814

REF: AA32814  Scale 1:72  Wingspan 230mm  Limited Edition

The first production examples of the Mosquito were photo-reconnaissance machines. The prototype for the "Mosquito Photo-Reconnaissance Mark I (PR.I)", with the tail code "W4051", performed its first flight on 10 June 1941. The PR.I looked very much like a Mosquito bomber variant, as it retained the glass nose for camera targeting and the bomb-bay doors, but it included five camera ports. There was a port for an F24 oblique camera behind and below the wing, and twin ports for an F52 stereo camera pair behind the bomb bay doors. There was a port in the front of each bomb-bay doors, with the bomb bay accommodating either an F24 stereo camera pair or a single K17 camera. This model comes with free UK postage. This stunning model is available to buy from the die-cast-collector website.

Corgi The Royal British Legion 4 Piece WW1 Set. CSVR01004

Corgi The Royal British Legion 4 Piece WW1 Set.

REF: CSVR01004

Very rare and perfectly detailed 4 piece model set from Corgi, commemorating the work of The Royal British Legion and depicting the vehicles/aircraft most commonly associated with World War 1 .
The set includes:

• Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Staff Car ( 2nd Army General Plumer)
• Foden 5 Ton Steam Wagon with GS Cargo Body
• Mark IV Tank
• Sopwith Camel
• Size: 75mm to 105mm / Length: 75mm to 105mm

This fantastic and now sadly retired four piece box set from Corgi can be bought from the die-cast-collector website.

Corgi UH-60A Blackhawk - 'Double Vision', 101st Airborne Division, Iraq, 24th February 1991 (Desert Storm)

REF: AA35901 Scale: 1:72

This model is amazingly detailed and comes with flight crew, side gun and gun crew.
After the Army of Iraq invaded and captured Kuwait, the first Army command to send troops to Saudi Arabia was the XVIII Airborne Corps. The Corps was made up of the 82nd Airborne Division, the 24th Infantry Division (mechanised) and the 101st Airborne Division. ‘Double Vision’ led a flight of UH-60A Blackhawk’s low over the Iraqi desert during the opening assault of the ground war and as the lead assault element they each carried fifteen fully equipped combat troops, extra weapons, rations, water and other equipment deep into Iraqi occupied territory. For fans of the UH-60A Blackhawk this model is a must have. To view our entire range of models please visit our online store at www.die-cast-collector.co.uk

Corgi SEPECAT Jaguar GR.1A, XX970/EH, No.6 Squadron, RAF Coltishall, Norfolk, 1990. AA35401

REF: AA35401  Wingspan 120mm  New Tooling

The Jaguar is a collaborative venture between the British Aircraft Corporation and Dassault/Breguet who formed the international company, SEPECAT to manufacture 400 Jaguars, 200 for the RAF and 200 for the French Air Force. It was also sold to the air forces of India, Ecuador, Nigeria and Oman.
The Royal Air Force received 165 Jaguar GR.1s and 35 Jaguar T.2 two-seat advanced operational trainers. The first French-built Jaguar flew in September 1968 and the first British Jaguar in October 1969. The first Jaguars were delivered to No.226 Operational Conversion Unit at Lossiemouth in September 1973 and the first operational squadron was No.54, which became fully operational at RAF Coltishall on 9th August 1974, closely followed by No.6 Squadron on 6th November 1974.
Jaguars replaced Phantoms with several RAF squadrons, including in Germany and have enjoyed much success. No.6 Squadron is one of the RAF’s oldest squadrons, being formed by the Royal Flying Corps on 31 January 1914. It adopted the unofficial ‘Flying Can-Opener’ badge during WW2 whilst operating Hurricanes, destroying 32 tanks in three hours on 22 March 1943.
It retains this name and motif to this day, throughout many equipment changes, finally from Phantoms to its present mount of Jaguars on 1st October 1974.It is based at RAF Coltishall, Norfolk, and remained there until 2006 when the Jaguar was retired from RAF service. Available to buy from the die-cast-collector website.

Corgi M48 A3 Tank U.S.M.C. B Company (Unsung Heroes series)
REF:US50306  Scale 1:50   Limited Edition

Without doubt the most perfect model of the M48 tank ever produced. With masses of detail and made to the highest quality this is not just an ordinary model, this is a perfectly reproduced die-cast replica.

"In 1968, the powerful and dependable M48A3 tank played a major role in ""Operation Pegasus,"" relieving the Marine Corps garrison at Khe Sanh in South Vietnam. This tank was particularly effective as a forced entry tool in heavy assaults on enemy positions. You can own a remarkably intricate, authentic, hand-painted and battle-scarred replica of the tank used by C Company, 3rd Tank Battalion, 3rd Marine Division. It even includes the bat symbol painted on the searchlight, reddish mud on the treads, a canvas cover around the gun tube, 40mm ammo cans around the gypsy rack in back, the double-stacked jerry cans hanging from the turret sides and spare track over the turret that caused enemy rockets to explode prematurely."
Also includes a fascinating information pack. This  stunning model is available from the die-cast-collector website.

Corgi 1:72 Spitfire VB EN783 334th Fighter Sqn/4th Fighter Group, Debden, Essex, 1942

REF:US31923. 1.72 Scale

A most unusual and highly detailed Spitfire model in the colours of USAAF 31st FG. This model is a Corgi American release and although a very recent addition it is already becoming a collectors classic.
Originally delivered new to the RAF’s No 610 Squadron in late May, 1942, this aircraft was passed on to the USAAF’s newly-formed 31st FG in mid July.
In early September, it was transferred to No 71 "Eagle" Squadron, which duly became the 334th FS as part of the newly-formed 4th FG at month-end. Deemed surplus to requirements by the Eighth Air Force in March, 1943, following the arrival of P-47Cs in-theatre, the fighter returned to RAF service with Nos 66 and 340 Sqns. Damaged in combat on December 7, 1943, the fighter was relegated to training duties following its repair and was finally written off in a forced-landing following engine failure on May 2, 1945, while serving with No 57 Operational Training Unit. This model is available to buy from the die-cast-collector website.

Corgi Vickers Wellington MkVIII - HX379:WN-A, No.172 Squadron, Coastal Command, late 1942. AA34805

REF:AA34805  Scale 1:72    Wingspan 360mm   Limited Edition   Working Leigh Light

A truly stunning replica of a Vickers Wellington MVIII from Corgi. This intricately detailed model features a wealth of detail including  a working Leigh light, detailed antenna, rear gun position and lots, more real World detail.

In April 1942 the Wellington GR Mk.VIII entered service with No.172 squadron of Coastal Command. The GR.VIII was a modified Mk.IC bomber, with ASV Mk.II radar installed and in some cases also a Leigh Light. On 3/4th June 1942 the first attack on a surfaced submarine at night using a Leigh Light was carried out by a Vickers Wellington of No.172 Squadron, RAF Coastal Command, flown by Squadron Leader J.H. Greswell.
The target was the Italian Navy Marconi Class submarine Luigi Torelli. When illuminated, the submarine initially remained on the surface and fired recognition flares, believing the aircraft to be friendly. The Wellington then dropped four Mk8 depth charges, damaging the submarine. Available from to buy from die-cast-collector website.

Dragon Armor Sd.Kfz.186 Jagdtiger (Porsche Version) s.P.z.J.g.A.bt 653 Germany 1945. 60112

REF:60112  Scale 1.72  Length  96mm

Dragon Armor’s 1:72 scale Sd.Kfz.186 Jagdtiger (Porsche Version) model is depicted in the authentic markings of schwere Panzer Jaeger Abteilung as used in Germany during 1945. Dragon Armor carefully researches models to ensure that every detail is historically accurate – from the tooling to the realistic weathered camouflage scheme to the markings. This pre-assembled die-cast model is painted in an overall dark yellow scheme. Dragon Armor’s Zimmerit paste applied to the lower hull and superstructure enables a far greater level detailing to be achieved.

Designed as a tank buster, the Sd.Kfz.186 Jagdtiger (German for 'Hunting Tiger') was based on the chassis of the Tiger II (King Tiger) tank. The Jagdtiger was the heaviest armoured fighting vehicle to reach production in World War II and suffered from the same problems as the King Tiger - an underpowered engine, frequent breakdowns and poor manoeuvrability – the Jagdtiger had a very narrow field of fire as the main gun had a traverse of only 10 degrees so the entire vehicle had to turn to aim anywhere else. 150 Jagdtigers were ordered, but only 88 were ever produced and of these, only eleven were produced with Porsche suspension (8 road wheels).

The Dragon Armor 1:72 scale series is a great scale to collect, with some plastic parts, the attention to detail is superb offering exceptional quality at a great price. Models are packaged in an acrylic display case. Length is measured for the body only and excludes the gun barrel. To view this item in more detail, or view our huge Military vehicle section please visit the die-cast-collector website.

Forces Of Valor German Sd. Kfz. 251 Ausf. D mit Wurfrahmen 40 Mobile Rocket Launcher

REF:85010  Scale 1.72  Length 70mm  

A superb release from Forces of Valor, features a wealth of detail normally seen on more expensive models. This fine example of a Sd. Kfz. 251 Ausf. D mit Wurfrahmen 40 includes a driver and six rockets.

The Sonderkraftfahrzeug 251 (SdKfz 251) half-track was an armored fighting vehicle built by Germany during World War II. They were produced throughout the war.
The early production models of this vehicle were issued to the 1st Panzer Division in 1939. There were four main models (A - D), with many variants. The initial idea was for a vehicle that could be used to transport a squad of infantry to the battlefield protected from enemy small arms fire, and with some protection from artillery fire.
Variants were produced for specialized purposes, including anti-aircraft guns, rocket launching (with 3 large rockets fitted on either side of the vehicle) as well as a version with an infra-red search light used to spot potential targets for associated Panther tanks equipped with infrared detectors.
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The Invisible Man Figure And Accessories . Sideshow Collectables. 4425

REF:4425 Height 304mm/12 inches

We are proud to be able to offer from Sideshow Collectables the Invisible Man. This amazingly detailed model is supplied with a host of extras and a stunning presentation box.
The Invisible Man Features:

• 30 points of articulation
• Film-accurate shirt, vest, jacket, trousers, trench coat and Scarf
• Fedora
• Removable Nose and Goggles
• Medical Bag with test tube rack and test tubes
• Flask of invisibility potion
• 304mm/12" figure display base featuring the "Invisible Man" logo

Making a magnificent screen debut, Claude Rains stars as a scientist driven mad by an invisibility potion in this adaptation of H.G. Wells classic story. Featuring groundbreaking special effects, the film follows the increasingly demented Jack Griffin (Rains) on his murderous rampage through an English village as he searches for the cure for his invisibility. The police, Griffin's girlfriend (Gloria Stuart), and his fellow scientists race to capture the Invisible Man before he kills again - and before he realizes his goal of world domination.

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Danger Mouse and Penfold Explosion Resin Statue

A truly realistic and highly detailed solid resin model of Danger Mouse and Penfold escaping from an exploding bomb. True to the original cartoon style this fantastic solid resin statue is sure to bring back happy memories of Danger Mouse and Penfold saving the World every week.  
For the first time ever, this is your chance to own your favourite characters from the classic 80's TV show. These exclusive handcrafted resin figures have been reproduced in fantastic detail to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Danger Mouse... still the greatest secret agent in the world!!! Measures 17 cm.

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Corgi Special Air Service (SAS) Boeing-Chinook HC.1, RAF 7/18 Sqn. Gulf War Detachment, Al Jubail AB, Saudi Arabia, Jan 1991

REF:AA34209  Scale 1:72  Rotorspan 225mm  New Release


This long awaited release from Corgi is without doubt an instant classic. Fantastically detailed, with authentic Special Forces camouflage and lots of detail this stunning replica will turn heads wherever it is displayed.

On the evening of 22nd January 1991, eight members of a patrol with the call sign, "Bravo Two Zero", were infiltrated by Chinook helicopter, into Iraq. Their task, was to observe the main supply route and to sever underground communications cables, which ran between Baghdad and Jordan. In addition, they were to seek and destroy any Scud missiles in the area. Each member of the patrol was overloaded with stores and equipment for the stay, and once landed, the patrol moved some 20km, to where they found a small cave, in which, they chose to hide. The Patrol was led by Sergeant Andy McNab.
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Tiger 1, Pz.Kpfw.VI Ausf.E, Sd.Kfz.181, Initial Production, s.Pz.Abt.502, Eastern Front, 1942

REF: DR-61003   Scale 1:32   Length 175mm   Width 94mm

Dragons new 1:35 scale, Tiger I, vehicle number 122 is skilfully hand-painted in a stunningly accurate winter camouflage pattern of the sPzAbt 502 unit. Some of the peculiar features of this vehicle are the stowage bin mounted on the turret rear, handrails on the turret sides and the 88 mm scale gun barrel which recoils, all of which have been perfectly reproduced on this breath taking model.

When people think of the ultimate WWII tank, many will think immediately of the German Tiger I. The original 122 was one of the first Tigers ever to see combat on the Eastern Front. With Dragons uncompromising attention to detail and quality, this astoundingly accurate model with realistic weathering is a collector’s item that is certain to be sought after. Other features include:

• Hull machine gun moves
• Hatches open and close
• Front machine gun rotates and points in different directions
• Display base included
• True to scale authentic detailing

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Inflight 200 Boeing 747-100 Boeing Roll-Out Prototype In Boeing House Colours

REF:IF741004  Scale: 1:200  Length: 350mm  Wingspan: 295mm

Limited to only 300 pieces worldwide we were only able to acquire one of these incredibly rare models.

This stunning die-cast model is a replica of the famous Boeing 747 roll-out prototype. Featuring masses of detail including the accurately reproduced launch customer logos. Since the roll-out of the first 747, at Boeing's Everett facility on the 30th September 1968, this aircraft has been admired by millions around the world.
The first flight of the 747 took place on the 9th February 1969, chief test pilot Jack Waddell, co-pilot Brien Wygle and flight engineer Jess Wallick lifting the aircraft off at 11.34am on a 1 hour 16 minute maiden sortie.
The InFlight 200 747 is, in our opinion, as close as possible to the real thing. Featuring rolling tyres, turning nose wheels and rotating engine fans, aerials, and attention to detail. The detail on the 747-100 goes as far as showing the INS bump (Inertial Navigation System); this of course was later removed on the 747-200.

About InFlight200
InFlight 200 is a range of 1:200 scale limited edition model aircraft, with all metal die-cast parts. Featuring antennas, scaled landing gear with rubber tyres that roll and high tech tampo printing, leaving nothing to the imagination.
Inflight is proud to be considered one of the world's leading model manufacturers in 1:200 scale die-cast, and are constantly striving to set new standards with every new release.
InFlight 200 models are now licensed by major airlines around the world, for example Lufthansa, American Airlines and Qantas, to name but three. They are also in negotiations with other leading airlines that have expressed an interest in this amazing range of models.
On a recent visit to Boeing, the Inflight team took along samples of Inflight models, they were extremely well received, so much so that Boeing placed an order for the roll-out 747-100.
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