DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇺🇸 Delta Air Lines — McDonnell Douglas MD-88 — Herpa Wings — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 110,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Herpa Wings |
| Article Number | 512473 |
| EAN | 4013150512473 |
| Airline Company | Delta Air Lines |
| Aircraft Type | Boeing McDonnell Douglas MD-88 |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 45.08 m (147 ft 10 in) Wingspan: 32.86 m (107 ft 10 in) Height: 9.02 m (29 ft 7 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 9.0 cm (3.5 in) Wingspan: approx. 6.6 cm (2.6 in) |
| Registration | N948DL |
| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This meticulously crafted 1:500 scale die-cast model represents a Delta Air Lines McDonnell Douglas MD-88, produced by Herpa Wings under article number 512473. The model captures the classic Delta livery with its distinctive white fuselage, blue "Delta" titles, and the iconic red and blue widget logo on the tail. Details include accurately printed window lines, passenger doors, and landing gear. This model comes with registration markings and represents an authentic Delta aircraft from the era when the MD-88 was a workhorse of the fleet.
The McDonnell Douglas MD-88 is a twin-engine, short- to medium-range commercial jetliner that served as an updated version of the MD-80 series. With a length of 45.08 meters (147 ft 10 in), a wingspan of 32.86 meters (107 ft 10 in), and a height of 9.02 meters (29 ft 7 in), the MD-88 was designed for domestic routes and featured improved avionics and flight deck systems. Delta Air Lines was one of the largest operators of the MD-88, using it extensively for short-haul routes across the United States until the type's retirement from the fleet in 2020.
🇺🇸 About the Airline
Delta Air Lines is one of the major airlines of the United States and among the world's largest global carriers. Founded in 1924, Delta has grown to become a cornerstone of American aviation, operating an extensive domestic and international network. Known for its operational reliability and customer service, Delta continues to be a significant force in the airline industry and a favorite subject for aviation enthusiasts and model collectors alike.