DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇫🇷 Air Inter — Caravelle — Sud Aviation SE 210 Caravelle — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 20,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Schabak |
| Article Number | 944/137 |
| EAN | 4010280441376 |
| Airline Company | Air Inter |
| Aircraft Type | Sud Aviation SE 210 Caravelle |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 32.01 m (105 ft 0 in) Wingspan: 34.30 m (112 ft 6 in) Height: 8.72 m (28 ft 7 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 6.4 cm (2.5 in) Wingspan: approx. 6.9 cm (2.7 in) |
| Registration | F-BNVJ |
| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This meticulously crafted die-cast model represents an Air Inter Caravelle in the airline's classic livery. Manufactured by Schabak, this 1:500 scale replica captures the elegant lines and distinctive features of the Sud Aviation Caravelle, one of the world's first short/medium-range jet airliners. The model features accurate Air Inter branding with the signature blue and red colors on a white fuselage, detailed window markings, and authentic registration marks. The quality of this German-imported piece makes it a prized addition for collectors of vintage European aviation.
The Sud Aviation SE 210 Caravelle was a groundbreaking French jet airliner that entered service in 1955, becoming one of the most successful European aircraft of its era. It was revolutionary for its time, featuring rear-mounted engines which provided a quieter cabin experience and cleaner wing aerodynamics. Air Inter, France's domestic airline from 1958 to 1997, operated the Caravelle extensively on routes throughout France. The aircraft typically measured 32.01 meters in length with a wingspan of 34.30 meters, and could carry between 80-100 passengers depending on configuration.
🇫🇷 About the Airline
Air Inter was France's principal domestic airline from 1958 until its merger with Air France in 1997. Operating an extensive network connecting French cities, it played a crucial role in developing domestic air travel in France. The airline was known for its distinctive livery and professional service, becoming an iconic part of French aviation history.