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| | Code: CG-AA35005
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Price: $49.99
 | | | Corgi Aviation Archive Legends Series AA35005
Gloster Meteor F.Mk 9 Diecast Model
RAF No.208 Sqn, RAF Nicosia, Cyprus, 1956| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Gloster Meteor F.Mk 9 | | 6.75" | | 7.25" |
With the arrival of the Meteors in Cyprus came new squadron markings of bars flanking the roundels comprising sky blue and yellow horizontal bands, denoting the "sky and the desert". These markings are still carried today on the Squadron’s Hawk aircraft at RAF Valley, Anglesey.
Designed by George Carter and first flown on March 5th, 1943, the Gloster Meteor was the only Allied jet to see action in WWII. This aircraft’s all-metal construction included a tricycle undercarriage and conventional low straight wings, with turbojets mid-mounted in the wings. Eight prototypes were built, each with differing engines of various speeds. The most prolific version was the Meteor F.Mk 8, which had gyro-gunsights, a bubble canopy, ejection seats, larger engines and a top speed of 600 mph. The Meteor was the mainstay of RAF Fighter Command, and served with distinction in Korea and with many other air forces worldwide.© Copyright 2003-2010 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Corgi’s 1:72 scale Meteor series includes both early and late variants of the F. Mk 8. The early F 8 variant features longer engine nacelles and obstructed visibility behind the pilot, with the later featuring shorter engine nacelles with a larger intake and a full canopy. Four 20mm cannon guns—the aircraft’s main weapons—are visible just below the cockpit. Some releases include rockets mounted under the outer wings, and some include a ventral mounted fuel tank with under-wing tanks. The stout metal landing gear with splash guard fenders are easy to install for ground display. © Copyright 2003-2010 The Flying Mule, Inc.
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.
© Copyright 2003-2010 The Flying Mule, Inc.
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