Avro Lancaster - 1:72 Model by Amercom

Product Information

Our photographer Michael getting creative with an advanced production sample of the impending Avro Lancaster B.III (Special) ED825 release - doesn't she look fantastic! The box artwork of this latest Lancaster model release mark this as a very special addition to the Aviation Archive range. UK Next Day Delivery - this excludes Northern Ireland and the Scottish Highlands, plus Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles. Delivery to these locations will be on a 48 hour service. Within the 25 year history of the Aviation Archive range, arguably no individual model tooling has done more to introduce new collectors to this ever growing range of scale die-cast model aircraft than our 1/72nd scale Avro Lancaster, a truly magnificent piece of die-cast engineering. The Lancaster had actually been selected as one of the very early model subjects with which to establish this range and whilst it was a significant development for this relatively new hobby, this first model was in the smaller 1/144th scale and there was much more to come.

Specific instructions added to the drawing above, warning anyone viewing it about the highly sensitive nature of the details it contained. A fascinating insight into how the Dambusters raid came together from a Lancaster modification and Barnes Wallis perspective. The Avro Lancaster could carry the largest bombs - including the 5,400 kg tallboy and the 10,000 kg Grand Slam earthquake bombs. Primarily a night bomber, the Lancaster was also an excellent daytime precision bomber. The Lancaster bomber is most famous for the Dambuster's raid on the Ruhr Valley using the specially-developed 'bouncing bombs' which inspired the 1955 film, The Dam Busters. At the age of 101, George Leonard 'Johnny' Johnson was the last surviving airman from the Dambusters raid, but sadly joined the rest of his comrades in early December last year. All 133 of the Dambusters heroes are reunited once more. This Corsair model comes in a 1:100 scale with a plastic stand for displaying the model as part of your collection. With fantastic colouring, this aircraft model will certainly stand out amongst other camouflage models. F4U Corsair WMF-214 "Pappy" Boyington" Diecast Model - Scale 1:100 On 8th April 1943, the first of 21 modified type 464 ‘Provisioning’Avro Lancasters arrived at Scampton, with most featuring two under-fuselage spotlights and all having modified bomb bays. Within this modified bomb bay, these aircraft had been equipped with strong mounting arms and a drive mechanism on the starboard side to allow the ingenious ‘Upkeep'mine to be carried and delivered as required. Although often referred to as ‘Bouncing Bombs’, Upkeep resembled more of a large metal oil drum than anything else, but weighing in at just over 4 tonnes, this powerful mine was developed with one specific aim in mind, to destroy the supporting wall of a dam. Just a few days before the raid was due to take place, 56 of these Upkeep mines were delivered to Scampton, which must have been the cause of significant interest amongst the crews training hard on the ten standard Lancasters at the airfield.The evocative catalogue image produced to announce the production of this Dambusters anniversary tribute release. Used by the Royal Air Force during World War II, the Spitfire was designed to reach top speeds faster than their enemies, particularly the Luftwaffe’s Messerschmitt Bf 109E aircraft. Collecting scale model aeroplanes is a fantastic hobby, showcasing impressive graphics and precise attention to detail to deliver eye-catching display pieces in your home. With intricate detailing, model World War II aircraft are exceptional pieces to add to your collection or gift to other war aviation enthusiasts and come in a variety of scales to match your environment. We will have further information about the premier event and our attendance in a future edition of the blog and you can also look forward to an event review, complete with pictures in either a forthcoming edition of Die-cast Diaries, or in a special edition of our Aerodrome blog.

Full box presentation of a very special addition to the Aviation Archive range, one which should be available in time to mark the 80th Anniversary of the Dambusters Raid. The seven crew consisted of a pilot, flight engineer, navigator, bomb aimer/nose gunner, wireless operator, and mid-upper and rear gunner. When Britain approached North American Aviation (NAA) during the war to build fighters for the Royal Air Force, they created their own design to modernise the fighter jet. The jet had streamlined wings that reduced the drag, increasing the plane's top speed and making it one of the best warplanes of World War II. Its original engine limited the plane's performance at high altitudes, but when its engine was replaced with a Rolls-Royce Merlin, the P-51 was transformed. One of the interesting aspects of this film is that Johnny provides the entire narrative telling the story in his own words, exactly as it happened. Furthermore the visual effects totally reflect this narrative. The visual interpretation of the narrative really helps the viewer understand and experience the events as Johnny describes them. For people who are looking for a historically accurate first-hand account, of what it was like to be a part of the Dambusters operation, brought to life with new visual effects, this film is for them.New from the Humatt range of Royal Air Force Aircraft toys and models is the Avro Lancaster. This detailed model also includes a display stand so it can take pride of place in your collection. P-51 Mustang Model As one of the most iconic World War II aeroplanes, the Supermarine Spitfire has inspired many model aircraft enthusiasts, whether choosing a diecast model to display or a kit to build and paint yourself. What model Spitfire is the best? 1:72 scale - The definitive scale for WW2 aircraft RAF Spitfire Diecast model RAF Spitfire Mk Vb 1941 Diecast Model - Scale 1:72 With intricate World War II aircraft models, find exceptional pieces to add to your collection or gift to other war aviation enthusiasts. The Lancaster was above and beyond the most effective British heavy bomber of the Second World War.

During the Second World War, engineers were under pressure to deliver high-performing fighter planes, so they implemented impressive technological advancements, creating highly effective and iconic fighters and bombers. I am delighted to have Airfix and Corgi as a film premiere sponsor and am very grateful for their support." The biggest model aeroplane we sell at Flightstore is 1:48. Find a World War II model aircraft for your collection

Once the first 1/72nd scale models had joined the range and people started to notice the marketing campaign Corgi unleashed in hobby publications and enthusiast magazines such as Flypast and Aeroplane, curiosity got the better of us and we simply had to inspect one of these new models for ourselves, in the metal, so to speak. For most of us, our formative years and indeed our love of aviation started with Airfix and the joy of modelling. This simple pastime pleasure encouraged us to find out a little more about the aircraft we were building, their histories, the colours they were presented in and the heroes who flew them and left us with a passion for the subject which will probably remain with us until our last breath. Despite this healthy infatuation, as life and responsibilities got in the way, our kit stashes may have grown exponentially, but our time spent modelling became just a fading memory. A 1:1 scale would mean the model is an exact replica of the plane. A 1:100 scale means that the model is 100 times smaller than the original model. What is the biggest model aeroplane? An advanced production sample of the Avro Lancaster B.III (Special) ED825/G model we have produced to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Dambusters Raid.

Thank you for continuing to support our Die-cast Diaries blog. Our next edition is scheduled for publication on Friday 10th March. Follow our guide on model aircraft of World War II and find Corsair, Lancaster bomber, P-51 Mustang, Spitfire models and more in our collection to embark on your model aircraft journey. Table of Contents The model images we have included here show an advanced production sample of our latest Lancaster 'Special' release and we are expecting the model to be available towards the end of April and therefore in time to mark the 80th Anniversary of the Dambusters raid. With 3/4 of the available production run already allocated, we don't expect this very poignant addition to the Aviation Archive range to be available much after the anniversary commemorations have taken place.With grateful thanks to our friends at the Avro Heritage Museum, these original drawings show the design modification required to produce the 23 Type 464 (Provisioning) Lancasters for the Dambusters raid. Marked as 'MOST SECRET', they are a fascinating link to the Dambusters story and form part of their magnificent collection.