DIE-CAST MODEL — ASA — Douglas DC-8-63 — SCHABAK — 1:600 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 25,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:600 |
| Brand | SCHABAK |
| Article Number | |
| EAN | 4010280922585 |
| Airline Company | ASA |
| Aircraft Type | Douglas DC-8 |
| Original Size | Length: approx. 57.10 m Wingspan: approx. 45.24 m Height: approx. 12.91 m |
| Registration | HB-IBF |
| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This detailed 1:600 scale die-cast model aircraft represents an ASA (African Safari Airways) Douglas DC-8-63 in its classic livery. Manufactured by Schabak, this model features the airline's distinctive blue and red striping along the fuselage with the ASA logo prominently displayed. The model captures the elegant lines of the long-body DC-8-63 variant with its four underwing-mounted engines and swept wings. This collectible piece showcases excellent attention to detail in both paint application and structural accuracy, making it a valuable addition to any aviation enthusiast's collection.
The Douglas DC-8-63 was a stretched version of the DC-8 jetliner series, developed as a long-range, high-capacity airliner for intercontinental routes. This variant featured a significantly lengthened fuselage compared to earlier DC-8 models, allowing it to carry more passengers while maintaining the aircraft's renowned performance characteristics. Powered by four turbofan engines, the DC-8-63 was capable of transoceanic flights and served numerous airlines around the world from the 1960s through the 1990s. The aircraft represented a significant advancement in commercial aviation technology and remains an iconic design of the jet age.