Corgi Tactical Strike - Mikes Diecast Tanks and Armour

	M2A2 Bradley 3rd infantry division #95112	M2A2 Bradley 3rd infantry division #95112	M2A2 Bradley 3rd infantry division #95112
M1A1 Abrams 69th Armored Div, 3rd Infantry #95122	M1A1 Abrams 69th Armored Div, 3rd Infantry #95122	M1A1 Abrams USMC, 2nd Battalion, 1st Div #95123	M1A1 Abrams USMC, 2nd Battalion, 1st Div #95123
Hummer 1st Marine Recon #95105	USMC set 1st Marine Division #95103	Apache AH-64D US Army, 3rd Infantry #95132	Apache AH-64D US Army, 3rd Infantry #95132
Avenger Missile system #95104	Humvee ambulance #95107	Humvee Canvass back #95108
	Front of Box	Rear of box	"hanging" package
Tactical Strike Brochure	Tactical Strike Brochure	Close-up scan - back of hanger card	Corgi spec sheet detailed information on the vehicle from Osprey Publications

Not Shown:
91502, US Army infantry set
95121, AH-6j Helicopter
95141, F-14D Tomcat

The Official line: New for 2004, this collection of models will become a second entry-level price point range and should also prove to popular for collectors both young and old. Each Tactical Strike model is produced in 1:64 scale and is a reproduction of today's American military power. Each diecast model has a battle-hardened look - weathered and war weary, with mud, armaments and equipment on each vehicle. Also available are U.S. infantry sets for both the Army and Marines made of highly detailed, fully-painted plastic. Pricing: $9.95 to $14.95

Mike's evaluation: Very Nice! The M1A1 Abrams tanks are well done, with nice details. The Bradley's details are a bit sloppier (especially the rear detailing), but it is still a great piece for the price. The Abrams' and Bradley are also nice and HEAVY! MUCH more metal than the Dragon Armor line. The figures are nice, but they are all plastic. Still, for $4-5 a good deal. The Hummer is OK, but lacks the heft of the others, even considering the smaller size,

The Apache...WOW! Now I don't have a lot of aircraft, but I have a bit of a soft-spot for attack helicopters. This one is wonderful. A good mix of metal and plastic, it to has a satisfying heft to it. Details are very good, especially considering the bargain price (I paid $14.95).

Each item comes with a Corgi Tactical Strike brochure (see above) and a specifications sheet from Osprey Publications, detailing the item, and including a very nice drawing of the vehicle with the major components labeled.

Corgi currently offers four 'level's of diecast at four different 'pricing points'

Corgi's entry-level price point range. Scale is ROUGHLY 1/87 or 1/72. Three series are currently made: Emergency, Fighting Machines and 100 Years of Flight collections. Models come in themed 4 packs, 2 packs (with figures) and single vehicles. Prices range from $4.00 - $6.00 for individual vehicles. A great value!

New for 2004, this collection of models will become a second entry-level price point range and should also prove to popular for collectors both young and old. Each Tactical Strike model is produced in 1:64 scale and is a reproduction of today's American military power. Each diecast model has a battle-hardened look - weathered and war weary, with mud, armaments and equipment on each vehicle. Also available are U.S. infantry sets for both the Army and Marines made of highly detailed, fully-painted plastic. Pricing: $9.95 to $14.95

Corgi and The History Channel gotten together to create a new mid-price point range. Production runs are not limited (re: mass produced). Detailing is not as elaborate as on previous models or as extensive as the detailing in the new Premiere Collections. The look to be quite nice, however! Pricing: $25

In 2004, Corgi redefined its top-level price range. Models will be produced in very limited production runs offered in special packaging in order to enhance the value. Additional features and accessories will be released for various models. Many of the WWII series releases will be in the Premiere Collection. Pricing: $39.95 and up.