DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇺🇸 Boeing 737-400 — Boeing House Colors — Herpa — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 30,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Herpa |
| Article Number | 501293 |
| EAN | 4013150507293 |
| Airline Company | Boeing House Colors |
| Aircraft Type | Boeing 737-400 |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 36.4 m (119 ft 7 in) Wingspan: 28.9 m (94 ft 9 in) Height: 11.1 m (36 ft 6 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 7.3 cm (2.9 in) Wingspan: approx. 5.8 cm (2.3 in) |
| Registration | n/a |
| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This exquisite 1:500 scale die-cast model represents a Boeing 737-400 in classic Boeing house livery. Manufactured by Herpa Wings, a renowned German producer of high-quality miniature aircraft, this model features the distinctive blue and red striping that Boeing used to showcase its aircraft during demonstration flights and delivery ceremonies. The crisp white fuselage with bold 'BOEING 737-400' titling along the length makes this a striking display piece. The model captures the essence of Boeing's marketing livery from the late 1980s and early 1990s, complete with accurate detailing of the twin-engine narrow-body configuration.
The Boeing 737-400 is a stretched variant of the popular 737 Classic series, first introduced in 1988. This aircraft measures 36.4 meters (119 ft 7 in) in length with a wingspan of 28.9 meters (94 ft 9 in) and stands 11.1 meters (36 ft 6 in) tall. Powered by two CFM56 turbofan engines, the 737-400 was designed to accommodate between 146-188 passengers depending on configuration. It became one of the most successful members of the 737 family, with 486 aircraft delivered before production ended in 2000. The 737-400 offered airlines an economical solution for medium-density routes and remains a collectible favorite among aviation enthusiasts.
🇺🇸 About Boeing House Colors
Boeing house colors refer to the demonstration liveries used by Boeing to showcase new aircraft to potential customers and at air shows. These special paint schemes, featuring patriotic red, white, and blue stripes, became iconic symbols of American aerospace manufacturing and are highly sought after by die-cast collectors for their historical significance and striking appearance.