Predators of the Skies - Grumman Avenger TBM-3 VT-9 USS Yorktown PR99409 LTD.Ed for Sale

Predators of the Skies - Grumman Avenger TBM-3 VT-9 USS Yorktown PR99409 LTD.Ed For Sale

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Predators of the Skies - Grumman Avenger TBM-3 VT-9 USS Yorktown PR99409 LTD.Ed:
$58.82

Corgi Aviation Archive Predators PR99409

Grumman TBF Avenger Diecast Model

USN VT-9, USS Yorktown,

Yamato Sinking, April 1945

Limited Edition of 3760 Pieces Worldwide

This is Number 3388

1:72 Scale Length Width

Grumman TBF Avenger 6.75" 9"

Brand new for 2007, Corgi is pleased to bring you another dimension to our Aviation Collectibles range — Corgi Predators. Focusing on six of the most iconic aircraft military history has seen, these are the true predators of the skies.

Each model comes with a booklet detailing the story behind the pilot, mission or squadron, plus the box is packed with technical information about the plane. If you collect any 12 of the 18 releases in the Predators range, send in the tokens found in each pack for a free display wallet to keep the story booklets in.

Grumman TBF Avenger

Designed to replace the Douglas TBD Devastator, the TBF Avenger was first flown on August 1st, 1941. Capable of staging torpedoes, drop bombs and rockets, this single engine aircraft could also be outfitted with a combination of machine guns and cannons, which allowed it to act as a dogfighter. The robust Avenger design gave it the ability to withstand enemy air attacks and allowed it to serve throughout WWII, with dire consequences for the Japanese fleet. Postwar, the Avenger was still in service-retrofitted for other important functions including electronic warfare, anti-submarine warfare and target towing.

Corgi Aviation Archive Predators

The Corgi "Predators" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.

Corgi "Predators" 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.

Opening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors.

Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.

Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".

Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.

Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.

No pilot figures.