DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇯🇵 Japan Airlines — Douglas DC-10-40 — Herpa — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —

Characteristics

Type	CIVIL
Scale	1:500
Brand	Herpa
Article Number	500272
EAN	4013150500272
Airline Company	Japan Airlines
Aircraft Type	Douglas DC-10-40
Size	📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 55.45 m (181 ft 11 in) Wingspan: 50.57 m (165 ft 11 in) Height: 17.74 m (58 ft 2 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 11.1 cm (4.4 in) Wingspan: approx. 10.1 cm (4.0 in)
Registration	JA8534
Condition	Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic.

Description

This Herpa miniature model represents a Japan Airlines Douglas DC-10-40 in the carrier's classic livery featuring a predominantly white fuselage with the iconic JAL logo in black and the distinctive red crane symbol. The model is crafted in 1:500 scale with Registration number visible on the tail fin. It includes detailed printing of fuselage windows, engine nacelles, and landing gear. This collector's piece (article number 500272) is produced under license from Boeing Management Company and McDonnell Douglas, ensuring authenticity in every detail.

The Douglas DC-10-40 is a wide-body trijet airliner that was designed for long-range international routes. With its characteristic third engine mounted in the tail, the DC-10-40 variant was specifically developed with higher thrust Pratt & Whitney JT9D engines and strengthened landing gear to handle increased takeoff weights. The aircraft measures 55.45 m in length with a wingspan of 50.57 m and a height of 17.74 m, making it one of the era's most capable long-haul aircraft. Japan Airlines operated the DC-10 extensively on transpacific routes during the 1970s through 1990s, connecting Tokyo with major cities across Asia, North America, and Europe.

🇯🇵 About the Airline
Japan Airlines (JAL) is the flag carrier of Japan and one of Asia's largest and most prestigious airlines. Founded in 1951, JAL has played a crucial role in connecting Japan to the world, operating an extensive network of domestic and international routes. The airline is renowned for its exceptional service standards, safety record, and distinctive branding featuring the red crane (tsurumaru) symbol, which represents longevity and good fortune in Japanese culture.