DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇬🇧 British Airways — Boeing 737-400 — Herpa — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —

Characteristics

Type	CIVIL
Scale	1:500
Brand	Herpa
Article Number	501378
EAN	4013695013378
Airline Company	British Airways
Aircraft Type	Boeing 737-400
Size	📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 36.40 m (119 ft 5 in) Wingspan: 28.90 m (94 ft 9 in) Height: 11.10 m (36 ft 5 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 7.3 cm (2.9 in) Wingspan: approx. 5.8 cm (2.3 in)
Registration	G-TREN
Condition	Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic.

Description

This exquisite Herpa Wings Club die-cast model represents a British Airways Boeing 737-400 in the striking 'England' special livery. Limited to just 500 pieces worldwide as part of the 2002 Club Edition, this 1:500 scale replica features the colorful wave pattern tail design that adorned select BA aircraft. The model showcases exceptional attention to detail with accurate markings, registration G-TREN, and the distinctive British Airways color scheme. Manufactured by Herpa Miniaturmodelle GmbH in Germany, this collectible comes with its original packaging and documentation, making it a prized addition for aviation enthusiasts and model collectors alike.

The Boeing 737-400 is a stretched variant of the popular 737 Classic series, designed to bridge the gap between the 737-300 and larger capacity aircraft. With a length of 36.40 meters, wingspan of 28.90 meters, and height of 11.10 meters, this twin-engine narrow-body airliner could accommodate up to 170 passengers in typical configurations. British Airways operated numerous 737-400s on short to medium-haul European routes, with some aircraft featuring special liveries celebrating different regions of the United Kingdom. The 'England' livery was part of BA's creative tail fin designs introduced in the late 1990s, showcasing cultural diversity through various artistic patterns.

🇬🇧 About the Airline
British Airways is the flag carrier airline of the United Kingdom and one of the world's largest international carriers. Founded in 1974 through the merger of BOAC and BEA, BA has maintained its position as a premium airline with extensive global network operations from its London Heathrow hub. The carrier is known for its distinctive Speedmarrow livery and remains a founding member of the Oneworld airline alliance.