Corgi AA34004 Consolidated B-24D Liberator Diecast Model USAAF 90th BG, 400th BS, #42-72815 "Sky Witch", J.J.Ryan, Biak, Indonesia, November 1944

Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series AA34004
Consolidated B-24D Liberator Diecast Model
USAAF 90th BG, 400th BS, #42-72815 "Sky Witch", J.J.Ryan, Biak, Indonesia, November 1944

The Consolidated B-24 Liberator was designed to meet the need for a heavy bomber by the United States Army Air Corps. It was first flown on December 29, 1939. The USAAC initially asked Consolidated to build the B-17 under license, but the company submitted a more modern design with greater speed, range, and a heavier bomb load. Despite these advantages, the B-24 was more difficult to fly, had poor formation-flying characteristics, and was much more vulnerable to battle damage. These factors meant that it was not the favored bomber among American aircrews, but it remained a serviceable aircraft, especially for long-range missions.

Corgi's 1:72 scale B-24 series includes the early war B-24D and late war B-24H and B-24J variants, with the notable addition of a nose gun turret and retractable ball turret. The mold incorporates a large number of diecast components, and a heavily constructed all-metal display stand is included to support this massive aircraft for in-flight display. Corgi's WWII heavy bombers are some of the most sought-after diecast models available in 1:72 scale. The large size and spot-on recreation of the Liberator's distinctive shape have led to this mold's popularity, along with such subtle details as simulated fabric control surfaces.

The Corgi "Aviation Archive" range presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft. 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 in the vast Aviation Archive range, which has become the standard by which all other diecast airplane ranges are judged.

Corgi "Aviation Archive" diecast airplanes feature diecast metal construction with some plastic components. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details are included, along with pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals. There are interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear with rotating wheels, and a poseable presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight". Many limited editions with numbered certificates of authenticity are available, along with detailed, hand-painted pilot and crew member figures. There are also authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards, and selected interchangeable features such as speed-brakes, opened canopies, and access panels. Selected moving parts such as gun turrets, control surfaces, and swing-wings are also included.