DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇺🇸 American Airlines — Boeing 747-SP — Schabak — 1:600 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 25,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:600 |
| Brand | Schabak |
| Article Number | 919/29 |
| EAN | 4010280919295 |
| Airline Company | American Airlines |
| Aircraft Type | Boeing 747-SP |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 56.31 m (184 ft 9 in) Wingspan: 59.64 m (195 ft 8 in) Height: 19.94 m (65 ft 5 in) 📐 Model Size (1:600) Length: approx. 9.4 cm (3.7 in) Wingspan: approx. 9.9 cm (3.9 in) |
| Registration | n/a |
| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This exquisite 1:600 scale die-cast model by Schabak captures the iconic Boeing 747-SP in American Airlines' classic polished metal livery. The model features the distinctive shortened fuselage of the SP variant, complete with the airline's traditional red, white, and blue cheatline running along the fuselage. The AA logo is prominently displayed on the tail, while 'American' titling adorns the forward fuselage. Made in Germany by Schabak, this model showcases excellent attention to detail with accurately molded engines, landing gear, and aerodynamic surfaces. The polished aluminum finish perfectly replicates the bare metal appearance that was a hallmark of American Airlines' fleet during this era.
The Boeing 747-SP (Special Performance) was a modified version of the original 747, featuring a shortened fuselage that reduced passenger capacity but significantly increased range and operational flexibility. Designed for ultra-long-haul routes, the 747-SP could fly further than any other commercial airliner of its time, making it ideal for non-stop transoceanic services. American Airlines operated the 747-SP variant to serve long-distance routes that required extended range capabilities. At 1:600 scale, this model represents an aircraft that measured approximately 56.3 meters in length with a wingspan of 59.6 meters in real life, making it one of the most capable long-range airliners of the 1970s and 1980s.
🇺🇸 About the Airline
American Airlines is one of the world's largest airlines and a founding member of the Oneworld alliance. Established in 1930, American has been a major force in shaping commercial aviation in the United States and globally. The airline's polished aluminum livery, featured on this model, was iconic throughout the jet age and represented American's commitment to both elegance and efficiency. Today, American Airlines operates one of the most extensive route networks in the world, serving destinations across six continents.