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Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series AA33505 B-52F Stratofortress Diecast Model USAF 93rd BW, 328th BS, Castle AFB, CA Limited Edition 1:144 Scale     Length     Width Boeing B-52F Stratofortress     13.5"     15.5" The B-52F differed from the earlier variants in that it was powered by 13,750 lbst J57-P43W engines with water injection. The B-52Fs were standard strategic bombers with racks fitted in the standard bomb bay, which held a total of twenty-seven 500, 750 or 1,000 pound bombs. Following withdrawal from combat in 1966, the B-52Fs returned to the continental United States as part of SAC's nuclear deterrent alert force. Retaining their Vietnam camouflage, the B-52Fs remained in service until the last one was retired on 7th December 1978. The Corgi model depicts 55-7148 of the 328 Bomb Sqn., 93rd Bomb Wing, which wears the 2nd Air Force logo on the tail. 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] Boeing B-52F Stratofortress Designed as a replacement for the piston engined B50, the B52 was first flown on April 15th, 1952. Immensely successful, the B52 is expected to remain in service until well into the 21st century. [See more Boeing B-52F Stratofortress products]