Brand new 1 72 scale diecast model of avro vulcan b2 bomber aircraft xm597 black buck 6 shrike missile mission rio de janeiro divert aircraft falklands war 1982 british royal air force the aviation archive series die cast model by corgi.
Brand new box.
Detailed exterior.
True-to-scale detail.
Detailed crew figures.
Includes display stand.
Opening bomb bay doors.
Officially licensed product.
Includes missile accessories.
Manufacturers original unopened packaging.
Dimensions approximately length- 16.75 Wingspan- 18.5 Inches.
Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel.
It is a highly detailed and accurate model perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
Realistic panel lines antennas access panels and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.
History aspects:avro vulcan b2 xm597 played a crucial role in the falklands war of 1982 particularly in the famed black buck 6 mission. The conflict arose when argentine forces occupied the falkland islands prompting a british military response. The vulcan xm597 part of the royal air forces no. 44 Rhodesia squadron was selected for the long-range bombing mission to strike the runway at port stanley airport in the falkland islands.The black buck 6 mission was a remarkable feat of strategic aviation requiring multiple aerial refuelings and covering a staggering distance. On may 3 1982 xm597 piloted by squadron leader neil mcdougall flew from ascension ...
Brand: Corgi
Type: Military Models
