DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇫🇷 Minerve (Compagnie Française de Transports Aériens) — MD-83 — Schabak — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 15,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Schabak |
| Article Number | 904/135 |
| EAN | 4010281013594 |
| Airline Company | Minerve |
| Aircraft Type | McDonnell Douglas MD-83 |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 45.06 m (147 ft 10 in) Wingspan: 32.87 m (107 ft 10 in) Height: 9.05 m (29 ft 8 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 9.0 cm (3.5 in) Wingspan: approx. 6.6 cm (2.6 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 die-cast model by Schabak captures the elegant livery of Minerve, featuring the airline's distinctive red and blue cheatline along a pristine white fuselage. The model displays exceptional attention to detail with accurately printed window rows, engine nacelles, and the iconic Minerve logo on the tail. The craftsmanship reflects the quality German manufacturing that Schabak is renowned for, making this a prized addition to any aviation collection.
The McDonnell Douglas MD-83 is a twin-engine, single-aisle commercial jetliner that was part of the successful MD-80 series. As a stretched variant of the DC-9, the MD-83 featured improved fuel efficiency and extended range capabilities, making it ideal for medium-haul routes. With a length of approximately 45.06 m (147 ft 10 in), wingspan of 32.87 m (107 ft 10 in), and height of 9.05 m (29 ft 8 in), the aircraft could accommodate up to 155 passengers in typical configurations. The MD-83 was powered by two Pratt & Whitney JT8D-219 engines and became a workhorse for many airlines throughout the 1980s and 1990s.
🇫🇷 About the Airline
Minerve was a French charter airline (Compagnie Française de Transports Aériens) that operated from 1975 to 1992, specializing in leisure and holiday flights primarily to Mediterranean destinations. The airline was known for its reliable service and competitive pricing in the French charter market. Minerve was eventually absorbed into AOM French Airlines, marking the end of an era for this distinctive French carrier.