Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series US31309
Lockheed C-130H Hercules Diecast Model
USCG, 1705, CGAS Clearwater, FL | Limited Edition
2010
Pieces Worldwide |
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| 1:144 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Lockheed C-130H Hercules | | 8.25" | | 11" |
For almost 50 years the Lockheed C-130 Hercules has served as a cargo aircraft for military forces around the world. Originally designed as a troop carrier and cargo aircraft, the C-130 has also been used as a gunship, for aerial refuelling, aerial firefighting and more. The United States Coast Guard uses the C-130 for long range surveillance and transport. As one of the country's five armed services, the United States Coast Guard has a rich history dating back to 1790. At that time, Congress approved the building of ships to help prevent smuggling and enforce tariff laws. The USCG is one of the oldest organizations of the Federal Government. Until the Navy was started in 1798, it served as the nation's only armed force afloat. During times of peace, they assist the department of Homeland Security. In times of war, the serve under the Navy. Missions include Martitime Mobility, Maritime Safety and Martime Security. Further duties include protecting natural resources and national defense.
Designed to function as a troop, medical evacuation and cargo transport aircraft, the C-130 Hercules was first flown on August 23rd, 1954. Built by Lockheed and capable of over 40,000 lbs of payload, this four-engine turboprop aircraft is quite possibly the most versatile tactical transport in existence. Its modern roles include airlift and airdrop, electronic surveillance, search and rescue, space-capsule recovery, helicopter refueling and aerial attack. Capable of takeoffs and landings from unprepared runways, the C-130 has even landed and taken off from a carrier deck without benefit of arresting gear or catapults. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Corgi's 1:144 scale C-130 is constructed almost entirely of diecast metal with only the smallest amount of plastic used. The model's wide fuselage and carefully rendered nose section is solid, and pad-printed windows and doors provide a seamless touch that does not interrupt the lines of the aircraft. The solid metal wing features external fuel tanks and thinly stamped metal propellers. This series includes many versions, from gunship to search and rescue, scientific research support and aerial refueling to maritime patrol. The series includes almost all variants, from the early three-bladed propeller "A" to the current "J" variant with upgraded engines and six-bladed propellers.
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The Corgi "Aviation Archive" range presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft. The vast Aviation Archive range has become the standard by which all other diecast airplane ranges are judged. Each Corgi model is based on a specific aircraft from an important historical or modern era of flight, and has been authentically detailed from original documents and archival library material. Famous airplanes and aviators from both military and commercial airline aviation are all honored.
Corgi "Aviation Archive" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear with rotating wheels.
- Poseable presention stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Many limited editions with numbered certificate of authenticity.
- Detailed, hand-painted pilot and crew member figures.
- Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
- Selected interchangeable features such as speed-brakes, opened canopies and access panels.
- Selected moving parts such as gun turrets, control surfaces and swing-wings.
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