DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇧🇪 Sabena — Boeing 747-300 — Schabak — 1:600 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —

Characteristics

Type	CIVIL
Scale	1:600
Brand	Schabak
Article Number	901/6
EAN	4010280090161
Airline Company	Sabena
Aircraft Type	Boeing 747-300
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 (1:600) Length: approx. 11.8 cm (4.6 in) Wingspan: approx. 9.9 cm (3.9 in)
Registration	-300
Condition	Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic.

Description

This Schabak 1:600 scale diecast model represents a Boeing 747-300 in the classic Sabena livery. The model features the airline's distinctive blue and white color scheme with golden detailing on the tail fin. Made in Germany with attention to detail, this collectible captures the essence of Sabena's wide-body fleet during its operational years. The model bears the registration -300 and showcases the characteristic hump of the 747 series with accurate engine and wing configuration.

The Boeing 747-300 is an extended upper deck variant of the iconic jumbo jet, first introduced in 1983. It features a stretched upper deck compared to earlier 747 models, providing additional passenger capacity. The aircraft measures 70.66 m (231 ft 10 in) in length with a wingspan of 59.64 m (195 ft 8 in) and a height of 19.33 m (63 ft 5 in). At 1:600 scale, this model measures approximately 11.8 cm in length with a wingspan of about 9.9 cm, making it a compact yet detailed representation of this legendary aircraft.

🇧🇪 About the Airline
Sabena (Société Anonyme Belge d'Exploitation de la Navigation Aérienne) was the national airline of Belgium from 1923 until its bankruptcy in 2001. Known for its distinctive blue livery and excellent service, Sabena operated an extensive network connecting Brussels to destinations across Europe, Africa, and North America. The airline was particularly renowned for its African routes, a legacy of Belgium's colonial history. Sabena's fleet included various Boeing 747 variants, making this model a significant piece of aviation history for collectors interested in classic European carriers.