DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇪🇪 Estonian Air — Boeing 737-500 — Herpa — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —

Characteristics

Type	CIVIL
Scale	1:500
Brand	Herpa
Article Number	514842
EAN	4013150514842
Airline Company	Estonian Air
Aircraft Type	Boeing 737-500
Size	📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 31.01 m (101 ft 9 in) Wingspan: 28.88 m (94 ft 9 in) Height: 11.13 m (36 ft 6 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 6.2 cm (2.4 in) Wingspan: approx. 5.8 cm (2.3 in)
Registration	ES-ABC
Condition	Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic.

Description

This exquisitely detailed 1:500 scale die-cast model represents an Estonian Air Boeing 737-500, manufactured by Herpa, one of the premier names in collectible aviation miniatures. The model features the airline's distinctive blue and white livery with precision-printed markings, including the Estonian Air logo on the fuselage and tail. The craftsmanship showcases authentic engine details, accurately molded landing gear, and perfectly scaled proportions that capture the essence of this regional workhorse. This piece represents a significant period in Baltic aviation history and makes an excellent addition to any serious aviation collection.

The Boeing 737-500 is a shortened variant of the popular 737 Classic series, designed for smaller capacity routes while maintaining operational efficiency. With a length of approximately 31.01 meters (101 feet 9 inches), a wingspan of 28.88 meters (94 feet 9 inches), and a height of 11.13 meters (36 feet 6 inches), this twin-engine narrow-body aircraft was capable of carrying 108-132 passengers depending on configuration. Estonian Air operated this aircraft type extensively on routes connecting Tallinn to major European destinations during the airline's operational years. The 737-500's reliability and fuel efficiency made it an ideal choice for regional carriers serving the Baltic region.

🇪🇪 About the Airline
Estonian Air was the national airline of Estonia, based in Tallinn, operating from 1991 until its closure in 2015. The carrier played a crucial role in connecting the newly independent Baltic nation to the rest of Europe, operating a fleet that included Boeing 737 Classic aircraft. Though no longer flying, Estonian Air remains an important part of Estonian aviation history and its models are sought after by collectors interested in post-Soviet era European aviation.