DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇬🇧 British Airways — Boeing 747 — Schabak — 1:600 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 20,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:600 |
| Brand | Schabak |
| Article Number | 901/14 |
| EAN | n/a |
| Airline Company | British Airways |
| Aircraft Type | Boeing 747 |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 70.66 m (231 ft 10 in) Wingspan: 59.64 m (195 ft 8 in) Height: 19.33 m (63 ft 5 in) 📐 Model Size (1:600) Length: approx. 11.8 cm (4.6 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 Schabak 1:600 scale die-cast model faithfully reproduces a British Airways Boeing 747 in the airline's classic livery. The model features the iconic white upper fuselage with red lower cheatline, the British Airways titles in black, and the distinctive Speedbird tail logo. Constructed from metal with rolling wheels, this piece captures the essence of one of aviation's most recognizable wide-body aircraft in British Airways service. The attention to detail includes painted window lines, engine nacelles, and the characteristic hump of the 747.
The Boeing 747, often called the 'Queen of the Skies,' revolutionized long-haul air travel when it entered service in 1970. British Airways operated various 747 variants for decades, using them on prestigious routes worldwide until their retirement from the BA fleet in 2020. The aircraft's distinctive double-deck configuration, with its upper deck creating the famous hump, made it instantly recognizable at airports around the globe. The 747-200 variant featured improved engines and increased range compared to the original -100 series.
🇬🇧 About the Airline
British Airways is the flag carrier airline of the United Kingdom, formed in 1974 through the merger of BOAC and BEA. As one of the world's leading airlines, BA operates a global network from its London Heathrow hub and is known for its premium service and iconic branding. The airline has been a major operator of Boeing 747s throughout its history.