DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇲🇽 Mexicana — Boeing 727-200 — Herpa Wings — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 50,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Herpa Wings |
| Article Number | 503082 |
| EAN | 4013150503082 |
| Airline Company | Mexicana |
| Aircraft Type | Boeing 727-200 |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 40.59 m (133 ft 2 in) Wingspan: 32.92 m (108 ft 0 in) Height: 9.72 m (31 ft 11 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 8.1 cm (3.2 in) Wingspan: approx. 6.6 cm (2.6 in) |
| Registration |
XA-MEF
|
| 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 Boeing 727-200 in the classic Mexicana livery. The model features the airline's distinctive teal and white color scheme with geometric patterns on the tail, capturing the elegant branding that made Mexicana one of Latin America's most recognizable carriers. With registration marking included, this precision-crafted miniature showcases fine details including accurate window placements, landing gear, and the iconic trijet configuration that defined the 727 series.
The Boeing 727-200 was the stretched version of Boeing's successful trijet airliner, featuring a length of 40.59 meters (133 feet 2 inches) and a wingspan of 32.92 meters (108 feet). This advanced variant could carry up to 189 passengers and became a workhorse for airlines worldwide throughout the 1970s and 1980s. The 727's distinctive T-tail design and rear-mounted engines made it instantly recognizable, while its ability to operate from shorter runways made it ideal for Mexicana's diverse route network connecting major cities with regional destinations across Mexico and the Americas.
🇲🇽 About the Airline
Mexicana de Aviación was Mexico's oldest airline, founded in 1921, and served as the country's flagship carrier for nearly 90 years. Known for its distinctive livery and extensive domestic and international network, Mexicana was a major player in Latin American aviation until its suspension of operations in 2010. Models of Mexicana aircraft remain highly sought after by collectors due to the airline's historical significance and iconic branding.