DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇦🇷 Aerolíneas Argentinas — De Havilland Comet 4 — Herpa — 1/500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 25,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Herpa |
| Article Number | 514491 |
| EAN | 4013150514497 |
| Airline Company | Aerolíneas Argentinas |
| Aircraft Type | De Havilland Comet 4 |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 33.98 m (111 ft 6 in) Wingspan: 34.98 m (114 ft 10 in) Height: 9.00 m (29 ft 6 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 6.8 cm (2.7 in) Wingspan: approx. 7.0 cm (2.8 in) |
| Registration |
LV-AHP
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| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This exquisite 1:500 scale Herpa miniature captures the iconic De Havilland Comet 4 in the classic livery of Aerolíneas Argentinas. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this die-cast model features the airline's distinctive blue cheatline and Argentine flag on the tail, representing a significant chapter in both the airline's history and commercial aviation. The model showcases the sleek profile and elegant lines that made the Comet series revolutionary, with accurate proportions and high-quality metal construction that Herpa is renowned for among collectors worldwide.
The De Havilland Comet 4 was a British four-engine jet airliner that represented the matured version of the world's first commercial jet airliner. Introduced in 1958, the Comet 4 featured a wingspan of 34.98 meters, a length of 33.98 meters, and a height of 9.00 meters. This variant incorporated crucial design improvements and extended range capabilities, making it a success for airlines worldwide. Aerolíneas Argentinas operated the Comet 4 during the early jet age, using it to modernize their international routes and bring jet travel to South America.
🇦🇷 About the Airline
Aerolíneas Argentinas is Argentina's flagship carrier and largest airline, founded in 1950. The airline has played a pivotal role in connecting Argentina to the world and pioneered jet travel in South America during the 1960s. Its operation of the De Havilland Comet 4 marked an important milestone in the airline's technological advancement and remains a cherished part of its heritage among aviation enthusiasts.