Corgi VA11106 Land Rover Series 1 – RAF

Land Rovers were quickly adopted by the RAF when launched in 1948 and were used as ‘utility’ vehicles, fulfilling a variety of roles such as moving tools, parts and personnel around airfields. They were also used to tow aircraft, an operation carried out by placing the tail-wheel of the aeroplane inside a wheeled box which was then hitched up to the towbar. One of their most important roles was as a ‘Follow Me’ vehicle, which involved mounting a large rear facing sign on the Land Rover saying ‘Follow Me’, so aircraft landing at an unfamiliar airfield could be led to the correct dispersal bay. Engine capacity: 1595cc Power: 50bhp@4000 rpm Max speed: 55mph Payload: 1000lb