DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇹🇼 China Airlines — Boeing McDonnell Douglas MD-11 — Herpa — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 45,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Herpa |
| Article Number | 503532 |
| EAN | 4013150503532 |
| Airline Company | China Airlines |
| Aircraft Type | Boeing McDonnell Douglas MD-11 |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 61.20 m (200 ft 10 in) Wingspan: 51.70 m (169 ft 7 in) Height: 17.60 m (57 ft 9 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 12.2 cm (4.8 in) Wingspan: approx. 10.3 cm (4.1 in) |
| Registration | B-18152 |
| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This exquisite Herpa Wings 1:500 scale diecast model represents a China Airlines McDonnell Douglas MD-11 in the carrier's classic livery. The model features the airline's distinctive white fuselage with blue cheatline and the iconic plum blossom logo on the tail. Herpa's attention to detail is evident in the accurate window placement, landing gear, and engine nacelles. This comes with registration markings and represents the tri-jet wide-body aircraft that served China Airlines on long-haul international routes. The model is crafted from metal with fine detailing throughout.
The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 is a wide-body tri-jet airliner that was developed from the DC-10. With a length of 61.20 meters, wingspan of 51.70 meters, and height of 17.60 meters, the MD-11 was designed for long-range flights and could carry passengers across continents and oceans. China Airlines operated several MD-11s for cargo and passenger services, connecting Taiwan with destinations worldwide. The aircraft featured improved aerodynamics and fuel efficiency compared to its predecessor, making it a valuable asset for international carriers during the 1990s and 2000s.
🇹🇼 About the Airline
China Airlines is the flag carrier of Taiwan (Republic of China), founded in 1959. Based in Taoyuan, the airline operates scheduled passenger and cargo services to over 100 destinations across Asia, Europe, North America, and Oceania. Known for its distinctive plum blossom livery, China Airlines has grown to become one of Asia's major carriers and is a member of the SkyTeam alliance.