Corgi Aviation Archive Legends Series AA31705
Short Sunderland Diecast Model
No.201 Sqn, 1942| 1:144 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Short Sunderland | | 7" | | 9.5" |
No. 201 received Sunderlands and commenced anti-submarine patrols over the Atlantic until the U-boat menace had been defeated. The Squadron also joined the successful Channel blockade prior to D-Day. It also had the distinction of carrying the final Coastal Command patrol of the war on June 3, 1945.
The Corgi "Legends" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft. Corgi "Legends" 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.
- Permanently extended landing gear with rotating wheels.
- Presention stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Detailed pilot and crew member figures.
- Authentic ordnance loads complete with placards.
Designed to meet an Air Ministry requirement for a general reconnaissance flying boat, the Sunderland was first flown on October 16th, 1937. |
