DIE-CAST MODEL — ORBIS — McDonnell Douglas DC-10-10ER — HERPA — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 70,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | HERPA |
| Article Number | 500159 |
| EAN | 4013150500159 |
| Airline Company | Orbis International |
| Aircraft Type | McDonnell Douglas DC-10 |
| Original Size |
Length: approx. 55.50 m Wingspan: approx. 50.40 m Height: approx. 17.70 m |
| Registration | N220AU |
| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This exceptionally detailed 1:500 scale die-cast model represents the ORBIS Flying Eye Hospital, manufactured by Herpa Wings. The model features the distinctive white livery with ORBIS branding and the characteristic eye logo on the tail. This precision replica captures the unique configuration of this humanitarian aircraft, including accurate engine nacelles, landing gear, and the signature three-engine layout of the DC-10. The model comes with a display stand and is crafted with Herpa's renowned attention to detail.
The McDonnell Douglas DC-10-10ER Flying Eye Hospital, registration N220AU, served as a mobile teaching hospital dedicated to fighting blindness worldwide. This extended range variant of the DC-10-10 was specifically modified to carry medical equipment, operating rooms, and training facilities. Powered by three General Electric CF6-6D1A engines, the aircraft carried a mission crew of 4 doctors, 6 nurses, 2 anesthesiologists, 2 biomedical engineers, 2 audiovisual specialists, and 4 staff administrators. The cargo bay was equipped with 3 ground power generators, 2 air conditioners, and hospital air compressors installed in modified LD-3 containers, with volunteer pilots from United Airlines and 2 flight mechanics sponsored by United Airlines operating this remarkable humanitarian aircraft.