DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇦🇴 TAAG Angola Airlines — Ilyushin IL-62 — Herpa — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 120,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Herpa |
| Article Number | 515054 |
| EAN | 4013150515054 |
| Airline Company | TAAG Angola Airlines |
| Aircraft Type | Ilyushin IL-62 |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 53.12 m (174 ft 3 in) Wingspan: 43.20 m (141 ft 9 in) Height: 12.35 m (40 ft 6 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 10.6 cm (4.2 in) Wingspan: approx. 8.6 cm (3.4 in) |
| Registration |
D2-TIF
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| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This meticulously crafted 1:500 scale die-cast model represents a TAAG Angola Airlines Ilyushin IL-62, manufactured by Herpa. The model features the airline's distinctive livery with bold red, orange, and yellow stripes running along the fuselage, complemented by the TAAG logo on the tail. The white upper fuselage creates a striking contrast with the vibrant colors below. This collectible piece showcases Herpa's attention to detail, including accurate engine positioning, landing gear, and the characteristic T-tail design of the IL-62. The model comes in Herpa's standard presentation box with a clear display window, making it perfect for collectors of African airline models or Soviet-era aircraft.
The Ilyushin IL-62 was a long-range Soviet airliner that served as the flagship aircraft for many airlines from the 1960s through the 1990s. Powered by four rear-mounted turbofan engines, the IL-62 was designed to compete with Western aircraft like the Boeing 707 and Douglas DC-8. TAAG Angola Airlines operated this aircraft type on long-haul international routes, connecting Angola to destinations across Africa, Europe, and beyond. The IL-62 typically accommodated between 168 and 198 passengers depending on configuration. Its distinctive rear-engine configuration and swept wings made it instantly recognizable on the tarmac. The aircraft measured approximately 53.12 meters in length with a wingspan of 43.20 meters, making it one of the largest aircraft in the Soviet civil aviation fleet.
🇦🇴 About the Airline
TAAG Angola Airlines (Linhas Aéreas de Angola) is the national flag carrier of Angola, established in 1938. Operating from its hub in Luanda, TAAG has played a crucial role in connecting Angola to the world, serving both domestic and international routes across Africa, Europe, South America, and Asia. The airline has operated various Soviet and Western aircraft throughout its history, reflecting Angola's historical ties and modern development.