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The 30mm gun-pods were an
experimental mod that was designed
for tank-busting duties. Apparently,
they never made it past the testing
phase.
experimental mod that was designed
for tank-busting duties. Apparently,
they never made it past the testing
phase.
It may be a bit tough to see, but the spinner droops a bit on this model, which is a shame -- but
it's my only real complaint with this bird, so it's not a deal-breaker.
it's my only real complaint with this bird, so it's not a deal-breaker.
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| Score: 4 (out of 5) Collectibility: Med Price: $30 Production Run: 750 Catalog Number: 34307 |
This was the first Flying Mule commissioned AA model, and it's now one of the hottest AA models in the after-market. Its Eastern Front
livery is unique, and the experimental gun-pods (optional) really set the model off nicely. It's one brutal-looking butcherbird, for sure. A
manufacturing issue resulted in less models being produced than expected (750), and this model sold out quickly. If you want to track
one down now, expect to pay about $100 or so. It's up to you if that price is acceptable, but let me just say this is one of the best Corgi
Focke Wulfs I've seen yet. The fit/finish are excellent, though my model does have a sagging prop spinner -- a problem that has
plagued Corgi's FWs. Though, apparently, not every Flying Mule model had this issue, it just comes down to luck of the draw if you get
it or not. Can't say it detracts much from the look of this bird, thankfully. Highly Recommended.
livery is unique, and the experimental gun-pods (optional) really set the model off nicely. It's one brutal-looking butcherbird, for sure. A
manufacturing issue resulted in less models being produced than expected (750), and this model sold out quickly. If you want to track
one down now, expect to pay about $100 or so. It's up to you if that price is acceptable, but let me just say this is one of the best Corgi
Focke Wulfs I've seen yet. The fit/finish are excellent, though my model does have a sagging prop spinner -- a problem that has
plagued Corgi's FWs. Though, apparently, not every Flying Mule model had this issue, it just comes down to luck of the draw if you get
it or not. Can't say it detracts much from the look of this bird, thankfully. Highly Recommended.
Corgi Aviation Archive, 1:72
| US34307 Focke-Wulf 190A-6/R3 "White 11", I./JG51, Eastern Front, Spring 1943 Flying Mule Special Commission, Released July 2005 |
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