{"product_id":"1-48-english-electric-lightning-f-6-raf-no-5-sqn-raf-leconfield","title":"1\/48 English Electric Lightning F.6 - RAF No. 5 Sqn - RAF Leconfield","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1\/48 English Electric Lightning F.6 - RAF No. 5 Sqn - RAF Leconfield\u003c\/b\u003e by \u003cb\u003eCorgi\u003c\/b\u003e delivers Cold War interceptor presence for RAF aircraft collectors and aviation history fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDiecast metal airframe:\u003c\/b\u003e gives weight and long term display strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRAF No. 5 Squadron markings:\u003c\/b\u003e recreates the Leconfield based unit finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAccurate F.6 configuration:\u003c\/b\u003e shows the extended belly tank and late service layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDisplay ready finish:\u003c\/b\u003e no paint, glue, or tools needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 35.1 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWingspan: 22.1 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 12.7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 1:48\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Corgi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAircraft: English Electric Lightning F.6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperator: Royal Air Force\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquadron: No. 5 Squadron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase: RAF Leconfield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Diecast metal with plastic parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint and glue: Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly: None required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for RAF enthusiasts, Cold War aviation collectors, and display in home or office, backed by Corgi’s long standing aircraft heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this aircraft matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe English Electric Lightning was Britain’s primary supersonic interceptor during the Cold War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe F.6 variant marked the peak of the design, adding greater range and improved combat ability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo. 5 Squadron operated the type from RAF Leconfield, guarding UK airspace at a time of constant alert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisplay it on a shelf or in a cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePair it with other RAF jets to tell the story of Britain’s air defence era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a diecast model. It is fragile and not recommended for children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Corgi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45356778848412,"sku":"AA28404","price":399.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/AA28404-1.jpg?v=1771954525","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyco.com.au\/products\/1-48-english-electric-lightning-f-6-raf-no-5-sqn-raf-leconfield","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}