DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇹🇼 China Airlines — Boeing 747-400 — Herpa — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 30,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Herpa |
| Article Number | 500883 |
| EAN | 4013150500883 |
| Airline Company | China Airlines |
| Aircraft Type | Boeing 747-400 |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 70.51 m (231 ft 4 in) Wingspan: 64.31 m (211 ft 0 in) Height: 19.33 m (63 ft 5 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 14.1 cm (5.6 in) Wingspan: approx. 12.9 cm (5.1 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 diecast model represents a China Airlines Boeing 747-400 in the carrier's elegant livery. Manufactured by Herpa Wings, this precision model features the airline's distinctive plum blossom logo prominently displayed on the tail, set against a white fuselage with subtle blue cheatline. The model captures fine details including accurate door markings, engine nacelles, and the characteristic hump of the 747-400. Herpa's craftsmanship ensures excellent paint quality and proper proportions, making this a standout piece for any aviation collection.
The Boeing 747-400 is an advanced variant of the iconic jumbo jet, featuring winglets, an extended range, and a modernized cockpit requiring only a two-person crew. With a length of 70.51 meters, wingspan of 64.31 meters, and height of 19.33 meters, the 747-400 can carry over 400 passengers and has been a workhorse for long-haul international routes since its introduction in 1989. China Airlines operated numerous 747-400s on transpacific and Asian routes, making this aircraft type central to their fleet for decades.
🇹🇼 About the Airline
China Airlines is the flag carrier of Taiwan (Republic of China), founded in 1959. Operating from its hub at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, the airline serves destinations across Asia, Europe, North America, and Oceania. Known for its plum blossom logo symbolizing resilience and beauty, China Airlines has been a member of the SkyTeam alliance since 2011 and maintains a significant presence in cross-strait and international aviation markets.