DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇨🇻 TACV Cabo Verde Airlines — Boeing 757 — Herpa Wings — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —

Characteristics

Type	CIVIL
Scale	1:500
Brand	Herpa Wings
Article Number	503723
EAN	4013150503723
Airline Company	TACV Cabo Verde Airlines
Aircraft Type	Boeing 757
Size	📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 47.32 m (155 ft 3 in) Wingspan: 38.05 m (124 ft 10 in) Height: 13.56 m (44 ft 6 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 9.5 cm (3.7 in) Wingspan: approx. 7.6 cm (3.0 in)
Registration	D4-CBG
Condition	Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic.

Description

This Herpa Wings 1:500 scale diecast model represents a Boeing 757 in the TACV Cabo Verde Airlines livery. The model features the distinctive white fuselage with light blue tail and winglets, adorned with the bold red TACV titles along the forward fuselage and 'CABO VERDE AIRLINES' text in black. The livery showcases the airline's clean, professional appearance with the TACV logo prominently displayed on the vertical stabilizer. This detailed replica captures the essence of Cape Verde's national carrier during its operational period, making it a valuable addition for collectors of African airlines or Boeing 757 enthusiasts. The model is crafted with Herpa's signature attention to detail and quality construction.

The Boeing 757 is a mid-size, narrow-body twin-engine jet airliner that was produced by Boeing Commercial Airplanes from 1981 to 2004. Known for its powerful engines and excellent performance capabilities, the 757 became a popular choice for both domestic and transatlantic routes. With a length of 47.32 meters, wingspan of 38.05 meters, and height of 13.56 meters, the aircraft could accommodate between 200-295 passengers depending on configuration. The 757's versatility made it ideal for airlines like TACV serving island destinations, offering the range and capacity needed for medium-haul international operations while maintaining efficiency on shorter regional routes.

🇨🇻 About the Airline
TACV Cabo Verde Airlines was the national flag carrier of Cape Verde, an island nation off the coast of West Africa. The airline connected the Cape Verde islands with destinations in Africa, Europe, and the Americas, playing a crucial role in the country's tourism industry and diaspora connections. TACV operated various aircraft types throughout its history before ceasing operations, making models in this livery particularly collectible for enthusiasts of African aviation history.