{"product_id":"corgi-aa36312-1-72-fairey-swordfish-mk-1-p4154-l4m-lta-h-swayne-rn-pilot-and-sub-lta-j-buscall-rnvr-observer","title":"Corgi AA36312 1:72 Fairey Swordfish Mk.1 - P4154\/L4M, Lt(A) H. Swayne RN (Pilot) and Sub Lt(A) J. Buscall RNVR (Observer)","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis meticulously crafted CORGI Aviation Archive 1:72 scale diecast model brings the legendary Fairey Swordfish MkI to life, perfect for collectors of World War Two aviation history. Ready to display straight from the box with no assembly required, this model captures the iconic biplane torpedo bomber that achieved one of the Royal Navy's most daring raids. Premium diecast construction ensures authentic detailing throughout, from the distinctive biplane configuration to the historically accurate markings of P4154 \/ 4M.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady to display straight from the box - no assembly required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic 1:72 scale diecast construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistorically accurate Battle of Taranto markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium painted finish with fine details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes display stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepresents Lt(A) H. Swayne's aircraft from Operation Judgement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the night of 11th\/12th November 1940, the Fleet Air Arm launched one of the most audacious naval air strikes of the Second World War. With Italy's powerful navy threatening British forces across the Mediterranean, 'Operation Judgement' was conceived as a bold solution, send ageing Fairey Swordfish biplanes against the Italian Fleet moored in Taranto Harbour.Twenty Swordfish attacked in two waves, armed with torpedoes and bombs. Swordfish L4M, crewed by Lt(A) H. Swayne RN and Sub Lt(A) J. Buscall, formed part of the first wave's torpedo attack. Flying at extremely low level, they lined up on the Battleship Littorio and released their torpedo from just 400 yards, passing through the ship's masts during their daring pullout. The torpedo struck home, causing serious damage to the Italian warship.The raid proved devastatingly effective, demonstrating that even the most powerful battleships were vulnerable to air attack. This successful operation showed that the aircraft carrier and its aircraft would now dominate naval warfare. The tactical lessons learnt at Taranto were studied intensively by Japanese naval commanders, directly influencing their planning for the Pearl Harbor attack the following year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Inside\u003c\/h2\u003eDie-Cast Model with Display Stand\u003c\/section\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTech Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eItem Length - Without Packaging (cm)\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e15\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eItem Height - Without Packaging (cm)\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e6\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eItem Width - Without Packaging (cm)\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e19\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eItem Scale\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e1:72 Scale\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eFinish\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003ePainted\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","brand":"Corgi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67978792370461,"sku":"COR AA36312","price":174.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0059\/3212\/2200\/files\/COR_20AA36312.jpg?v=1793846241","url":"https:\/\/ironhorsehobbies.co.nz\/products\/corgi-aa36312-1-72-fairey-swordfish-mk-1-p4154-l4m-lta-h-swayne-rn-pilot-and-sub-lta-j-buscall-rnvr-observer","provider":"Ironhorse Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}