Corgi Westland Lysander MkII R1992 RAF Western Desert 1940 Scale 1/72 AA36803

Corgi Westland Lysander MkII R1992 RAF Western Desert 1940 Scale 1/72 AA36803

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The Corgi Aviation Archive 1/72 range delivers authentic, high-quality diecast models that capture key moments in aviation history—this Westland Lysander Mk. II R1992 depicts one of the aircraft deployed by the Royal Air Force during operations in the Western Desert in 1940. The model includes fine surface detailing, accurate camouflage, and period markings — a superb example of Corgi’s attention to historical accuracy and craftsmanship.

The Westland Lysander was designed for army co-operation and reconnaissance duties, and was prized for its short take-off and landing capability. In the North African desert, it proved invaluable for artillery spotting, supply drops, and communication flights under extreme conditions. Later versions of the Lysander gained fame for clandestine Special Operations Executive (SOE) missions in occupied Europe, but in 194,0 it was a lifeline for British forces in the desert campaign. This model honours its service during those crucial early years of World War II.