RAF AVRO VULCAN MODEL, C.1950 RAF Avro Vulcan Model Airplan...

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£1,500

RAF AVRO VULCAN MODEL, C.1950

RAF Avro Vulcan Model Airplane, circa 1950.

Original 1950s painted cast metal alloy Avro Vulcan delta Wing ‘V’ bomber, in RAF livery, by the renowned model making firm of Westway Models. Scale model of the subsonic jet bomber, operated by the Royal Air Force from 1953 until 1984. The model bears Air Ministry numbers to the underside.

The Vulcan was part of the RAF’s V bomber force, which fulfilled the role of nuclear deterrent against the Soviet Union during the Cold War. The Vulcan was also used in a conventional bombing role during the Falklands conflict with Argentina. One example, XH558, was recently restored for use in display flights, and commemoration of the deployment of the aircraft in the Falklands Conflict.

Mounted on a custom made walnut and powdercoated steel base. Wingspan: 24 inches (61 cms), overall length: 23 inches (58 cms).