DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇯🇵 Southwest Airlines — BOEING 737-200 — HERPA — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —

Characteristics

Type	CIVIL
Scale	1:500
Brand	Herpa
Article Number	512701
EAN	4013150512701
Airline Company	Southwest Airlines
Aircraft Type	Boeing 737-200
Size	📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 30.53 m (100 ft 2 in) Wingspan: 28.35 m (93 ft 0 in) Height: 11.28 m (37 ft 0 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 6.1 cm (2.4 in) Wingspan: approx. 5.7 cm (2.2 in)
Registration	JA8443
Condition	Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic.

Description

This exceptional Herpa Wings 1:500 scale die-cast model represents a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-200, registration JA8443. Part of the Aviation Center Wings Alliance Exclusive Models series, this meticulously crafted replica captures the distinctive white fuselage with bold orange cheatline that characterized Southwest Airlines' livery. The model features accurate detail including properly scaled engines, landing gear, and wing configuration. As a limited exclusive release, this piece represents an important addition to any aviation collection, particularly for enthusiasts of Asian carriers and classic 737 variants.

The Boeing 737-200 was the second generation of the world's best-selling commercial jetliner family, first flying in 1967. This twin-engine, single-aisle aircraft became a workhorse for airlines worldwide, capable of seating 100-130 passengers depending on configuration. The -200 variant featured more powerful engines than the original -100 and extended range capabilities. With a length of approximately 30.5 meters (100 feet), wingspan of 28.35 meters (93 feet), and height of 11.28 meters (37 feet), this aircraft type served reliably for decades. At 1:500 scale, this model measures approximately 6.1 cm in length with a wingspan of about 5.7 cm, perfectly capturing the proportions of this iconic aircraft.

🇯🇵 About the Airline
Southwest Airlines operated in Japan during a specific period, though this appears to be a special livery or registration variant. The JA registration prefix indicates Japanese aircraft registry. This particular model represents an interesting crossover of American airline branding on Japanese-registered aircraft, making it a unique collectible for aviation historians and model enthusiasts.