Corgi Aviation Archive Series Diecast Model

Avro Lancaster BIII (Special) - ED925 'Mother', 617 Dambuster Squadron, RAF Scampton, May 1943, 'Operation Chastise'

1:72 Scale.  Length: 11.5”.  Wingspan: 17”


Limited Edition of 1000 Models Worldwide

Of all the bombing raids undertaken by the RAF during World War II, 'Operation Chastise' or the 'Dambusters Raid' is easily the most famous. This daring raid was intended to be a paralyzing strike against the dams situated in the heart of Germany and has since become synonymous with British daring and ingenuity.

The raid, using specially modified Lancaster bombers, was judged to be only a partial success but the bravery of the crews cannot be questioned. One such crew was aboard Avro Lancaster ED925. Piloted by Flt. Lt. J. V. Hopgood, the aircraft was hit by AA fire on the inbound journey injuring the wireless operator and front gunner. Despite this Hopgood continued to the target but released his bomb too late, destroying a power plant at the foot of the dam. As he climbed over the dam his aircraft was hit again, setting an engine ablaze. Three crew members escaped the crippled aircraft before it crashed.


The Corgi Aviation Archive features a wide selection of high quality, ready-made, die-cast model airplanes. Each model is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, using specifications of the original aircraft. Corgi models are built with diecast metal and some plastic components.

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