DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇺🇸 Gemini Air Cargo — Douglas DC-10-30F — Herpa — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 40,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Herpa |
| Article Number | 500098 |
| EAN | 4013150500098 |
| Airline Company | Gemini Air Cargo |
| Aircraft Type | Douglas DC-10-30F |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 55.50 m (182 ft 1 in) Wingspan: 50.40 m (165 ft 4 in) Height: 17.70 m (58 ft 1 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 11.1 cm (4.4 in) Wingspan: approx. 10.1 cm (4.0 in) |
| Registration | N600GC |
| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This Herpa Wings 1:500 scale diecast model represents a Gemini Air Cargo Douglas DC-10-30F freighter aircraft. The model features the distinctive white fuselage with blue tail livery and orange 'air cargo' text on the fuselage sides. Manufactured by Herpa Miniaturmodelle GmbH (article number 500098), this precision model showcases fine details including accurate landing gear, engine nacelles, and the characteristic trijet configuration of the DC-10. The model comes in Herpa's standard Wings packaging with detailed specifications printed on the box.
The Douglas DC-10-30F is a wide-body freighter variant of the tri-engine DC-10 airliner, designed specifically for cargo operations. This aircraft features a maximum takeoff weight of 572,000 pounds and can carry up to 165,000 pounds of cargo. The DC-10-30F offers exceptional range capabilities of 3,500 nautical miles at full payload, making it ideal for long-haul cargo routes. With a main deck cargo volume of 13,116 cubic feet and lower deck capacity of 3,980 cubic feet, the aircraft provides substantial freight capacity across 23 main deck pallet positions. The DC-10-30F is powered by three reliable turbofan engines and is Stage III/Chapter III noise compliant, demonstrating both performance and environmental consideration.
🇺🇸 About the Airline
Gemini Air Cargo was an American cargo airline that operated scheduled and charter freight services. The airline specialized in providing cargo transportation solutions with a fleet that included Douglas DC-10 freighter aircraft. Gemini Air Cargo served various domestic and international routes, offering reliable freight services to meet commercial shipping demands.