DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇦🇺 Qantas — Boeing 737-800 — Herpa — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —

Characteristics

Type	CIVIL
Scale	1:500
Brand	Herpa
Article Number	501392
EAN	4013150159921
Airline Company	Qantas
Aircraft Type	Boeing 737-800
Size	📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 39.47 m (129 ft 6 in) Wingspan: 34.31 m (112 ft 7 in) Height: 12.55 m (41 ft 2 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 7.9 cm (3.1 in) Wingspan: approx. 6.9 cm (2.7 in)
Registration	VH-VXB
Condition	Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic.

Description

This exquisite 1:500 scale diecast model from Herpa captures the vibrant 'Yananyi Dreaming' special livery of Qantas Airways. Featuring intricate indigenous Australian artwork in bold oranges, blues, and reds, this model showcases exceptional printing detail and craftsmanship. The model includes authentic Qantas markings, registration VH-VXB, and precise engine and wing details that collectors prize. Manufactured with Herpa's signature quality standards, this miniature represents one of the most colorful and culturally significant liveries in modern aviation.

The Boeing 737-800 is a member of the Next Generation 737 family and serves as a workhorse for airlines worldwide. With its efficient twin-engine design and range capabilities, the 737-800 can carry approximately 162-189 passengers depending on configuration. The real aircraft measures 39.47 meters in length with a wingspan of 34.31 meters and a height of 12.55 meters, making it ideal for both domestic and short-haul international routes. This particular aircraft, VH-VXB, wore the stunning 'Yananyi Dreaming' livery designed by Indigenous artist Rene Kulitja, celebrating Aboriginal culture and heritage through aviation art.

🇦🇺 About the Airline
Qantas Airways is Australia's flagship carrier and the nation's largest airline by fleet size, international flights, and international destinations. Founded in 1920, Qantas is the world's third-oldest airline still in operation and has built a reputation for safety, service excellence, and innovation. The airline is particularly known for its special liveries celebrating Indigenous Australian art and culture, with the 'Yananyi Dreaming' design being one of its most striking examples.