Corgi Messerschmitt Bf 110C-1 U8+HL ZG 26 1/72 AA38505

This Corgi Aviation Archive 1:72 scale model represents the Messerschmitt Bf 110C-1 U8+HL of 3./ZG 26 "Horst Wessel", flown by Feldwebel Hermann Brinkmann with radio operator Unteroffizier Erwin Grüschow during the Battle of Britain.

On 11 September 1940, Brinkmann and Grüschow were assigned to escort a bombing raid on London. When their intended Bf 110C-3 failed to start, they transferred to the older U8+HL. On the return journey, one engine seized, and RAF fighters attacked the aircraft. Brinkmann made a forced landing at Cobham Farm near Charing, Kent, and both crewmen survived to become prisoners of war.

This detailed diecast model features authentic markings, crew figures, rotating propellers, interchangeable landing gear and a display stand. It was produced as a worldwide limited edition of only 1,200 models.

As this is a pre-owned collectable, please study the photographs carefully. The photographs show the actual model offered for sale.

Product Details

• Manufacturer: Corgi
• Collection: Aviation Archive Collector Series
• Aircraft: Messerschmitt Bf 110C-1
• Aircraft code: U8+HL
• Operator: German Luftwaffe
• Unit: 3. Staffel, Zerstörergeschwader 26
• Unit name: Horst Wessel
• Pilot: Feldwebel Hermann Brinkmann
• Radio operator: Unteroffizier Erwin Grüschow
• Campaign: Battle of Britain
• Date represented: September 1940
• Scale: 1:72
• Reference: AA38505
• Material: Diecast metal with plastic components
• Limited edition: 1,200 models worldwide
• Features: Crew figures, rotating propellers and interchangeable landing gear
• Includes: Display stand and numbered collector's card
• Approximate length: 18.4 cm
• Approximate wingspan: 22.2 cm
• Original release: July 2010
• Condition: Pre-owned
• Recommended for: Adult collectors