DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇧🇷 TAM Brazilian Airlines — McDonnell Douglas MD-11 — Herpa — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —

Characteristics

Type	CIVIL
Scale	1:500
Brand	Herpa
Article Number	507875
EAN	4013150507875
Airline Company	TAM Brazilian Airlines
Aircraft Type	McDonnell Douglas MD-11
Size	📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 61.21 m (200 ft 10 in) Wingspan: 51.66 m (169 ft 6 in) Height: 17.60 m (57 ft 9 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 12.2 cm (4.8 in) Wingspan: approx. 10.3 cm (4.1 in)
Registration	PT-MSH
Condition	Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic.

Description

This exceptional 1:500 scale diecast model represents a TAM Brazilian Airlines McDonnell Douglas MD-11 in the airline's distinctive livery featuring bold red engine nacelles and tail graphics against a predominantly white fuselage. Manufactured by Herpa Wings Club, this highly detailed replica captures the tri-jet configuration that made the MD-11 instantly recognizable, with accurate panel lines, window detailing, and landing gear. The model features the registration PT-MSH and showcases TAM's livery from its operational period with this aircraft type. As a Herpa Wings Club exclusive release, this model represents quality German engineering and attention to detail that collectors have come to expect from the brand.

The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 is a wide-body tri-jet airliner developed as an advanced derivative of the DC-10. The aircraft features improved aerodynamics with winglets, updated engines for better fuel efficiency, and an extended fuselage allowing for increased passenger or cargo capacity. TAM Airlines (Transportes Aéreos Marília) operated the MD-11 on long-haul international routes, connecting Brazil with destinations across the Americas and Europe. The MD-11's tri-jet configuration made it particularly suitable for trans-oceanic operations during an era before modern twin-engine aircraft dominated long-haul markets. 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft)
Length: 61.21 m (200 ft 10 in)
Wingspan: 51.66 m (169 ft 6 in)
Height: 17.60 m (57 ft 9 in)

📐 Model Size (1:500)
Length: approx. 12.2 cm (4.8 in)
Wingspan: approx. 10.3 cm (4.1 in)

🇧🇷 About the Airline
TAM Airlines, founded in 1976, grew to become one of Brazil's largest and most respected carriers before merging with LAN Airlines to form LATAM Airlines Group in 2012. The airline operated a diverse fleet including the MD-11 for international long-haul services, known for its high service standards and extensive network throughout South America and beyond. TAM's red and white livery became iconic in Brazilian aviation history.