{"product_id":"die-cast-model-south-african-airways-boeing-747-400-herpa-1-500-with-original-box","title":"DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇿🇦 South African Airways — Boeing 747-400 — Herpa — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left; background-color: #f7f8f9; padding: 20px; border-left: 4px solid #647382;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHerpa 1:500 scale Boeing 747-400 in South African Airways livery, registration ZS-SAY. Detailed die-cast model of the iconic jumbo jet operated on the airline's international long-haul network.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-bottom: 13px;\"\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table table-striped\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 187px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 331px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCIVIL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 187px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 331px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1:500\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 187px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 331px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHerpa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 187px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArticle Number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 331px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e511162\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 187px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEAN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 331px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4013150511162\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 187px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAirline Company\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 331px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSouth African Airways\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 187px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAircraft Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 331px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoeing 747-400\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 187px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 331px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft)\u003cbr\u003eLength: 70.66 m (231 ft 10 in)\u003cbr\u003eWingspan: 64.44 m (211 ft 5 in)\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 19.41 m (63 ft 8 in)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e📐 Model Size (1:500)\u003cbr\u003eLength: approx. 14.1 cm (5.6 in)\u003cbr\u003eWingspan: approx. 12.9 cm (5.1 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 187px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegistration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 331px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eZS-SAY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 187px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 331px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-bottom: 13px;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite Herpa Wings 1:500 scale die-cast model captures the iconic Boeing 747-400 in the striking livery of South African Airways. Manufactured by Herpa, a renowned name in collectible aircraft models, this piece features meticulous attention to detail including accurate markings, antenna detail, and the distinctive colorful tail logo of SAA. The model comes in a protective clear display case, making it perfect for collectors and aviation enthusiasts alike. Article number 511162 represents a snapshot of South African aviation history during the era when the 747-400 served as the flagship of the national carrier.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Boeing 747-400 is one of the most recognizable wide-body aircraft ever produced, known as the 'Queen of the Skies.' This variant featured improved engines, an extended range, and a modernized glass cockpit compared to earlier 747 models. The real aircraft measures approximately 70.66 meters in length with a wingspan of 64.44 meters and a height of 19.41 meters. At 1:500 scale, this model measures approximately 14.1 cm in length with a wingspan of 12.9 cm, accurately preserving the proportions of this magnificent four-engine jumbo jet that revolutionized long-haul air travel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🇿🇦 About the Airline\u003cbr\u003eSouth African Airways was founded in 1934 and served as South Africa's flag carrier for decades, connecting the country to destinations worldwide. Known for its distinctive livery featuring the colorful springbok logo on the tail, SAA operated the Boeing 747-400 on prestigious long-haul routes including Johannesburg to London, New York, and other major international destinations during the 1990s and 2000s.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"aviation.brussels","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54242754789722,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/3015\/9446\/files\/P7162640.JPG?v=1781177092","url":"https:\/\/aviation.brussels\/products\/die-cast-model-south-african-airways-boeing-747-400-herpa-1-500-with-original-box","provider":"aviation.brussels","version":"1.0","type":"link"}