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BAC Lightning
The English Electric (BAC) Lightning was the only entirely British-designed and built supersonic fighter aircraft capable of reaching Mach 2. In our selection, you will find an exclusive collectible replica of this unique machine. We bring you a top-tier model from the premium manufacturer Corgi in the large and highly detailed 1:48 scale, made of high-quality die-cast metal with plastic parts. Add this uncompromising interceptor, which guarded the British skies during the Cold War, to your collection.
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A Rocket with Stacked Engines
The Lightning was designed primarily as a point-defense interceptor for the rapid defense of the British Isles against Soviet bombers. Its most striking feature was the unique configuration of two jet engines stacked vertically within the fuselage. This solution minimized frontal drag and gave the aircraft absolutely phenomenal climb rates. The Lightning could take off and literally point its nose vertically into the stratosphere like a rocket, earning the admiration of pilots and aviation enthusiasts worldwide.
An Exclusive Piece by Corgi in 1:48
For true connoisseurs and demanding collectors, this model by Corgi represents the absolute pinnacle. In the large 1:48 scale, all the specific details of this aircraft stand out, from the characteristic shape of the nose air intake to the highly detailed cockpit and landing gear. Thanks to its massive die-cast metal construction, the model has an impressive weight and looks incredibly realistic. The F.6 version with British Royal Air Force (RAF) markings is a perfect reminder of the golden era of the British aviation industry.