BIG! COAST GUARD C130-Diecast Metal Airplane-Adult Collector Model-Mint Corgi in box w/Stand! Lovely gift for Aviation History & Guard Fans!


$ 225.00

BIG!!! 1945 US COAST GUARD C130-Diecast Metal Airplane-Adult Collector
Model-Mint Corgi in box w/Stand! Beautiful gift for Aviation History & Guard Fans!

Absolutely Gorgeous!!! Vintage 1945 US COAST GUARD C130. Intricately detailed, (weighty) diecast metal, adult collector model made by Corgi. Hard to find vintage model! Desktop display model-comes with (easy to set up) stand. Large Scale=1/144, Measures 8 1/2"L x 11"W (wings tip to tip) x 5 1/4 "H (mounted). Pristine/mint condition model-never previously handled or displayed (until today for our photos). The model comes with landing gear, stand and Certificate of authenticity. Looks great displayed on or off the stand. Box, packaging and factory-sealed paperwork are included and completely complete! Beautiful gift for aviation history fans, vintage toy collectors, and Coast Guard Employees! 100% happiness guaranteed. Limited time offer....FREE shipping to USA. We ship fast & safe worldwide every day. See Aircraft Bio below....

Note: My dad owned a Diecast toy store for 30 years. I inherited the store inventory when he passed away several years ago. I am (just now) able to bring myself to begin selling his hand-picked items-so they can be shared with the world. All pristine and mint condition vintage models will (eventually) be listed here on ETSY. All the inventory is NEW (vintage) merchandise-which was intended for retail sale. Please know-our diecast toys have NEVER been "played-with” we do not sell used, or damaged toys.




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COAST GUARD C-130:

Service Ceiling 33,000 feet

Range 5,000 miles

Cruising Speed 374 mph

Length 99 ft. 7 in.

Wingspan 132 ft. 7 in.

Gross Weight 175,000 lbs.

The U.S. Coast Guard C-130 aircraft are versatile, long-range planes used for search and rescue, law enforcement, and cargo transport. The current fleet consists mainly of the HC-130J Super Hercules, a modernized version with enhanced speed, range, and advanced sensors like radar and infrared systems for missions like maritime patrol, drug interdiction, and supporting other Department of Homeland Security operations. The HC-130s are crucial for supporting Coast Guard missions due to their long-range capabilities. Primary roles and capabilities

Search and rescue: HC-130s are vital for long-range search and rescue missions, with the ability to air-drop life rafts and other equipment to survivors at sea or on land.

Maritime surveillance: They use advanced sensors and radar to detect and identify potential threats, helping with missions like illegal fishing interdiction and general maritime domain awareness. Law enforcement: They support law enforcement by providing surveillance and intelligence-gathering in operations such as drug and migrant interdiction. Support and transport: HC-130s are used for transporting personnel and cargo, and can serve as a command and control platform during major incidents like hurricanes.