{"product_id":"corgi-lockheed-p-38j-lightning-virginia-marie-diecast-model-scale-1-72-aa36618","title":"Corgi P-38J Lightning 'Virginia Marie' 1:72 Diecast Model Aircraft - AA36618","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a Corgi Aviation Archive 1:72 scale diecast model of the Lockheed P-38J Lightning 'Virginia Marie', a USAF twin-engine fighter from the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout this model\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe model reproduces the distinctive progressive paint scheme applied to \"Virginia Marie\" by the ground crew of the 433rd Fighter Squadron, 475th Fighter Group, at Hollandia Airfield in 1944. According to pilot Carroll R. Anderson, the markings were built up over several weeks using the squadron's medium blue identification colour, with the final details added while the Group Commander was away from base. It was the only Lightning in the squadron to carry its full intended scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe diecast model arrives fully assembled with rotatable propellers and comes supplied in a cradle with a display base and a limited edition certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Corgi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 1:72\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAircraft type: P-38 Lightning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAir force: USAF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEra: WW2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat's inside: 1 x Diecast Model, 1 x Cradle, 1 x Display Base, 1 x Limited Edition Certificate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes this model need assembly or painting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it is a ready-made diecast model finished in the \"Virginia Marie\" paint scheme, so no assembly or painting is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included in the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou get the diecast model itself, a cradle, a display base and a limited edition certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the propellers move?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the propellers are rotatable for a more realistic display.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Corgi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57504231260535,"sku":"AA36618","price":79.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0294\/3863\/files\/corgi_0004_Layer1_7a52784c-d2c4-488f-8f62-6285f20cdb9e.jpg?v=1790847695","url":"https:\/\/www.hangarmodels.co.uk\/products\/corgi-lockheed-p-38j-lightning-virginia-marie-diecast-model-scale-1-72-aa36618","provider":"Hangar Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}