DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇺🇸 Northwest Airlines Cargo — 3-Speed Service — Boeing 747-200F — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 40,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Herpa Wings |
| Article Number | 512398 |
| EAN | 013150512398 |
| Airline Company | Northwest Airlines Cargo |
| Aircraft Type | Boeing 747-200F |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 70.66 m (231 ft 10 in) Wingspan: 59.64 m (195 ft 8 in) Height: 19.33 m (63 ft 5 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 14.1 cm (5.6 in) Wingspan: approx. 11.9 cm (4.7 in) |
| Registration | n/a |
| 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 Northwest Airlines Cargo Boeing 747-200F in the distinctive '3-Speed Service' livery. The model features the iconic white fuselage with red Northwest 'N' logo and blue Select branding elements, along with the red vertical stabilizer marked 'CARGO'. The detailed graphics include stylized figures and decorative artwork on the forward fuselage, representing Northwest's expedited cargo service offerings. Herpa's precision molding captures the characteristic hump of the 747-200F freighter variant with excellent accuracy.
The Boeing 747-200F is the dedicated freight version of Boeing's legendary jumbo jet, featuring a nose cargo door for efficient loading of oversized cargo and palletized freight. With a maximum payload capacity of approximately 112 tons and a range of over 6,000 nautical miles, the 747-200F became a workhorse for cargo operators worldwide. The aircraft measures 70.66 meters in length with a wingspan of 59.64 meters and stands 19.33 meters tall. Northwest Airlines Cargo operated several 747 freighters to support its extensive cargo network across the Pacific and North America.
🇺🇸 About the Airline
Northwest Airlines was a major American airline founded in 1926, with a strong presence in transpacific routes and cargo operations. Northwest Airlines Cargo was known for its innovative service offerings including time-definite delivery options. The airline merged with Delta Air Lines in 2008, ending its legacy as an independent carrier but remaining memorable for its distinctive red tail livery.