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Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series AA31304 C-130A Hercules Diecast Model USAF 8th TFW, 160th SOS, Ubon AFB, Thailand, (AC-130A) Limited Edition 1:144 Scale     Length     Width Lockheed C-130A Hercules     8.25"     11" The C-130 "Gunships" were created amidst the cauldron of battle in Southeast Asia, 1967. Lockheed's Hercules was the second type to be converted to gunship configuration (after the Douglas AC-47D) and the most capable. Equipped for the night interdiction role, the AC-130 went through a series of modifications, including the addition of sensors, weapons and defences. 55-0040 was assigned to the 16th SOS, 8th TFW at Ubon RTAFB in Thailand and was one of a total of 18 AC-130As delivered to the USAF. Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series The Corgi "Aviation Archive" 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. Optional 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 pilot and crew member figures. Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards. Selected interchangeable features such as airbrakes, opened canopies and access panels. Selected moving parts such as gun turrets, control surfaces and swing-wings. [See more Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series products] Lockheed C-130A Hercules Designed as a military transport aircraft, the C130 was first flown on August 23rd, 1954 as the YC-130 protoype. [See more Lockheed C-130A Hercules products]