DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇳🇱 KLM Royal Dutch Airlines — Airbus A300B — Schabak — NOT_FOUND — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 30,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:600 |
| Brand | Schabak |
| Article Number | n/a |
| EAN | n/a |
| Airline Company | KLM Royal Dutch Airlines |
| Aircraft Type | Airbus A300B |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 53.62 m (175 ft 11 in) Wingspan: 44.84 m (147 ft 1 in) Height: 16.53 m (54 ft 3 in) 📐 Model Size Scale: NOT_FOUND Approximate dimensions cannot be calculated without scale information |
| Registration | n/a |
| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This detailed die-cast model represents a KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Airbus A300B in the classic livery featuring the iconic light blue fuselage with white tail bearing the crown logo. Manufactured by Schabak in Germany, this model captures the distinctive wide-body design of the early A300B variant. The model features precise detailing including painted windows, engine nacelles, and landing gear. The classic KLM color scheme is faithfully reproduced with the airline's name visible along the fuselage. This collectible comes in its original presentation box marked "The reliable airline of Holland," making it an attractive piece for aviation enthusiasts and KLM collectors.
The Airbus A300B was Europe's first twin-engine wide-body airliner and represented a significant milestone in aviation history when it entered service in 1974. KLM Royal Dutch Airlines operated the A300B as part of its medium to long-haul fleet during the 1980s and early 1990s. The aircraft was designed to carry between 250-300 passengers in a typical two-class configuration and offered excellent fuel efficiency for its time. The A300B featured a wingspan of approximately 44.84 meters (147 feet), a length of 53.62 meters (175 feet 11 inches), and a height of 16.53 meters (54 feet 3 inches). This model represents an important era in both Airbus and KLM history, showcasing the airline's commitment to operating modern, efficient aircraft.
🇳🇱 About the Airline
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, founded in 1919, is the world's oldest airline still operating under its original name. As the flag carrier of the Netherlands, KLM has built a reputation for reliability and innovation throughout its century-long history. The airline is known for its distinctive blue livery and has been a member of the SkyTeam alliance since 2004, following its merger with Air France in 2004 to form the Air France-KLM Group.