DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇬🇧 British Airways — Boeing 747-400 / 737-200 / Airbus A319 — Herpa Wings — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 110,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Herpa Wings |
| Article Number | 512190 |
| EAN | 4013150512800 |
| Airline Company | British Airways |
| Aircraft Type | Boeing 747-400 / Boeing 737-200 / Airbus A319 |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (Boeing 747-400) Length: 70.70 m (231 ft 10 in) Wingspan: 64.90 m (212 ft 11 in) Height: 19.40 m (63 ft 8 in) 📏 Aircraft Size (Boeing 737-200) Length: 30.53 m (100 ft 2 in) Wingspan: 28.35 m (93 ft 0 in) Height: 11.28 m (37 ft 0 in) 📏 Aircraft Size (Airbus A319) Length: 33.84 m (111 ft 0 in) Wingspan: 34.10 m (111 ft 10 in) Height: 11.76 m (38 ft 7 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) 747-400 Length: approx. 14.1 cm (5.6 in) 747-400 Wingspan: approx. 13.0 cm (5.1 in) 737-200 Length: approx. 6.1 cm (2.4 in) A319 Length: approx. 6.8 cm (2.7 in) |
| Registration | G-BNLO, G-BYGB, G-BGDO, G-EUPB |
| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This exceptional Herpa Wings Limited Edition set features four meticulously crafted British Airways aircraft models in 1:500 scale, celebrating the airline's special livery designs. The collection includes a Boeing 747-400 'South Africa' with vibrant African-inspired tail art, a Boeing 747-400 'Ireland' featuring Celtic designs, a Boeing 737-200 'Canada' with distinctive artwork, and an Airbus A319 'Union Flag' showcasing patriotic British colors. Each model is precisely detailed with authentic markings, accurate paint schemes, and includes three gangway accessories. The models are packaged in individual protective bags within a premium presentation box, making this an outstanding collector's piece for aviation enthusiasts.
British Airways operated these special livery aircraft as part of its World Tail Fins campaign in the late 1990s and early 2000s, celebrating cultures from around the globe. The Boeing 747-400, with its impressive wingspan of 64.90 meters and length of 70.70 meters, served as BA's flagship long-haul aircraft. The Boeing 737-200, measuring 30.53 meters in length with a 28.35-meter wingspan, provided reliable short to medium-haul service. The Airbus A319, at 33.84 meters long with a 34.10-meter wingspan, offered efficient regional operations. These aircraft represented British Airways' commitment to international connectivity and cultural diversity during a distinctive period in the airline's visual identity.
🇬🇧 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 operates from its hub at London Heathrow to over 180 destinations worldwide. The airline is renowned for its premium service, extensive route network, and historical significance in aviation. This special livery collection commemorates BA's bold World Images tailfin designs, a controversial but memorable branding initiative that showcased global artistry on its aircraft fleet.