DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇩🇪 LTU International Airways — McDonnell Douglas MD-11 — Herpa Wings — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 35,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Herpa Wings |
| Article Number | 503310 |
| EAN | 4013150503310 |
| Airline Company | LTU International Airways |
| Aircraft Type | McDonnell Douglas MD-11 |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 61.60 m (202 ft 1 in) Wingspan: 51.66 m (169 ft 6 in) Height: 17.60 m (57 ft 9 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 12.3 cm (4.8 in) Wingspan: approx. 10.3 cm (4.1 in) |
| Registration | n/a |
| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This exquisite 1:500 scale diecast model represents an LTU International Airways McDonnell Douglas MD-11 in the airline's distinctive red and white livery. Manufactured by Herpa Wings, this precision model captures the elegant lines and tri-jet configuration that made the MD-11 iconic. The vibrant red fuselage with white lower sections and LTU titles is faithfully reproduced, making this a standout piece for any aviation collection. Article number 503310 showcases Herpa's commitment to quality with fine panel lines, accurate engine nacelles, and properly scaled landing gear.
The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 is a wide-body tri-jet airliner developed from the DC-10. First flown in 1990, the MD-11 features an extended fuselage, increased wingspan with winglets, and advanced avionics. The aircraft measures approximately 61.60 m (202 ft) in length with a wingspan of 51.66 m (169 ft 6 in) and a height of 17.60 m (57 ft 9 in). At 1:500 scale, this model measures approximately 12.3 cm in length with a wingspan of about 10.3 cm. LTU International Airways operated MD-11s on long-haul leisure routes from Germany to holiday destinations worldwide, with the type serving as a flagship aircraft in their fleet during the 1990s and early 2000s.
🇩🇪 About the Airline
LTU International Airways was a major German leisure airline based in Düsseldorf, founded in 1955. Known for its distinctive red livery, LTU specialized in charter and scheduled flights to vacation destinations across Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Asia. The airline was a significant player in the German holiday travel market before merging with Air Berlin in 2007, ending over five decades of independent operations.