DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇵🇬 Air Niugini — Airbus A300B4 — Herpa — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 45,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Herpa |
| Article Number | 512152 |
| EAN | 4013150512152 |
| Airline Company | Air Niugini |
| Aircraft Type | Airbus A300B4 |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 53.62 m (175 ft 11 in) Wingspan: 44.84 m (147 ft 1 in) Height: 16.53 m (54 ft 3 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 10.7 cm (4.2 in) Wingspan: approx. 9.0 cm (3.5 in) |
| Registration |
P2-ANG
|
| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This meticulously crafted 1:500 scale die-cast model represents an Air Niugini Airbus A300B4 in its distinctive colorful livery featuring vibrant orange, red, yellow, green, and blue sections along the fuselage. Manufactured by Herpa Wings, this model showcases exceptional attention to detail with accurate markings, including the Air Niugini branding and the aircraft's registration. The model features authentic engine nacelles, wing configuration, and landing gear, making it a prized addition for aviation enthusiasts and collectors of Pacific region aircraft.
The Airbus A300B4 was a wide-body twin-engine jet airliner and represented a significant advancement in commercial aviation as one of the first successful wide-body twins. Air Niugini operated this aircraft type on regional and international routes connecting Papua New Guinea with Australia and Asia. The A300B4 variant featured increased range capabilities and improved fuel efficiency compared to earlier models, with typical dimensions of 53.62 m length, 44.84 m wingspan, and 16.53 m height. This particular aircraft served as a vital link for Air Niugini's network throughout the 1980s and 1990s.
🇵🇬 About the Airline
Air Niugini is the national airline of Papua New Guinea, established in 1973. Known for its distinctive and colorful livery inspired by the Bird of Paradise, the airline connects the diverse islands and regions of Papua New Guinea while also operating international services to Australia, Asia, and the Pacific. Air Niugini has played a crucial role in connecting remote communities and supporting the country's economic development.