DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇨🇭 Edelweiss — McDonnell Douglas MD-83 — Herpa Wings — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 25,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Herpa Wings |
| Article Number | 507639 |
| EAN | 4013150507639 |
| Airline Company | Edelweiss |
| Aircraft Type | McDonnell Douglas MD-83 |
| 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 |
HB-IKP
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| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This exquisitely detailed 1:500 scale diecast model represents an Edelweiss Air McDonnell Douglas MD-83 in its distinctive livery featuring bold red accents and the iconic Edelweiss flower logo. Manufactured by Herpa Wings, this model showcases the characteristic T-tail configuration and sleek fuselage design of the MD-83. The vibrant color scheme with white fuselage and red nose section perfectly captures the Swiss leisure carrier's branding, making it a standout piece for any aviation collection.
The McDonnell Douglas MD-83 is a twin-engine, single-aisle commercial jetliner that served as a workhorse for many airlines from the 1980s onwards. With a length of 45.08 meters (147 ft 10 in), wingspan of 32.86 meters (107 ft 10 in), and height of 9.02 meters (29 ft 7 in), the MD-83 was capable of carrying up to 172 passengers in typical two-class configuration. At 1:500 scale, this model measures approximately 9.0 cm in length with a wingspan of about 6.6 cm, accurately representing the graceful proportions of this popular medium-range aircraft.
🇨🇭 About the Airline
Edelweiss Air is a Swiss leisure airline founded in 1995, operating as a subsidiary of Swiss International Air Lines. Known for its distinctive red and white livery featuring the Edelweiss flower symbol, the airline specializes in holiday destinations and long-haul leisure routes from Switzerland. The airline has built a reputation for quality service and connects Swiss travelers to popular vacation destinations worldwide.