Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series CC39215
Supermarine Spitfire Mk II Diecast Model
Iron Maiden, Aces High, Fantasy Aircraft | |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Supermarine Spitfire Mk II | | 5" | | 6.25" |
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Attention all Iron Maiden devotees and aviation aficionados! Engage in the ultimate dogfight with Corgi's incredible 1:72 scale "Aces High" Supermarine Spitfire MkII, paying tribute to the LP artwork of the legendary Iron Maiden song in die-cast metal!
This isn't just any model - it combines the best of British engineering and metal madness. Released on October 22 1984, "Aces High" is Iron Maiden's eleventh single release and one of their most famous tracks.
Written from the point of view of a British RAF pilot fighting during the Battle of Britain, the LP artwork depicts Eddie the Head locked in aerial combat in the cockpit of a Supermarine Spitfire.
The song remains a highlight of any Maiden tour, with the Spitfire appearing live on stage with the band! Whether you're a die-hard Maiden fan or a plane enthusiast, this collectible is a must-have. Display it proudly and let the "Aces High" spirit soar in your collection. Up the Irons!
Designed by R.J.Michell to meet a British Air Ministry specification, the Supermarine Spitfire first flown on March 5th, 1936. With its combination of beautiful fighter design, the excellent performance of its Rolls-Royce Merlin powerplant and firepower provided by twin cannons and four machine guns, the Spitfire became an unrivaled symbol of victory. The Spitfire had 40 major variants and was built in greater numbers than any other British aircraft of the time. It flew operationally on every front between 1939 and 1945 and was engaged in every one of the Royal Air Force's major actions. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Corgi's 1:72 scale Spitfire series includes many versions of this famous aircraft, from Mk I to the Griffon-engined variants with five bladed propellers. The characteristic under-wing mounted pitot tube and offset radiator and oil cooler ducts are mounted below the solid metal wings with a variety of machine guns and cannons. The all metal horizontal stabilizers and rudder feature simulated fabric stretched control surfaces. On some releases, the top engine cowing is removable to reveal engine detail engine and exhaust detail. The model is constructed almost entirely of solid diecast metal and feels surprisingly heavy in this scale.
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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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