Corgi 1/72 Gloster Gladiator Mk.II N5752 NW-G Flying Officer Alan Boyd

1/72 Gloster Gladiator Mk.II N5752 NW-G Flying Officer Alan Boyd by Corgi delivers a detailed ready-to-display RAF fighter model for Second World War aviation collectors, military aircraft enthusiasts and 1:72 scale model aircraft displays.

Featuring:

• Diecast metal construction: gives you a solid, detailed model for display.
• Detailed painted finish: recreates N5752 with its period RAF markings and squadron codes.
• Optional landing gear: lets you present the aircraft in different display positions.
• Display cradle and base: provide a ready-made presentation option for your collection.
• Limited Edition Certificate: adds collector appeal to this Corgi Aviation Archive model.

Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):

• Length: 11.4 cm
• Wingspan: 13.8 cm
• Height: 6.3 cm

Technical Specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Manufacturer: Corgi
• Series: Corgi Aviation Archive
• Model Code: AA36213
• Aircraft: Gloster Gladiator Mk.II
• Aircraft Serial: N5752
• Code: NW-G
• Pilot: Flying Officer Alan Boyd
• Unit: No. 3 Squadron RAAF
• Service: Royal Australian Air Force
• Theatre: Middle East
• Material: Diecast metal with additional components
• Finish: Painted
• Display: Cradle and display base included
• Paint and glue: Not required
• Modelling tools: Not required
• Assembly: None required

Perfect for RAF collectors, RAAF history enthusiasts, Second World War aviation displays and 1:72 scale aircraft collections.

Why this aircraft matters

Gloster Gladiator N5752 was flown by Australian Flying Officer Alan Boyd of No. 3 Squadron RAAF during combat operations in the Middle East. Boyd became one of the notable Australian Gladiator pilots of the campaign against Italian forces.

On 13 December 1940, Boyd claimed two enemy aircraft destroyed before his Gladiator was damaged during the same engagement. He landed in the desert, carried out running repairs to the aircraft's control lines and later flew back to Gerawala airfield.

Over a six-week period, Boyd was credited with at least six enemy aircraft destroyed. Four, and possibly five, of these victories were achieved while flying N5752.

Livery and Finish

The model recreates N5752 with the NW-G squadron code and period markings associated with No. 3 Squadron RAAF. Its painted finish captures the look of an operational Gladiator used in the Middle East campaign.

How to use it

Display the Gloster Gladiator on your desk, shelf, cabinet or aviation diorama. It arrives as a finished diecast model, so you do not need paint, glue or modelling tools.

This is a diecast model. It is fragile and not recommended for kids.