DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇳🇱 TNT Global Express — BOEING 727-200F — Herpa Wings — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —

Characteristics

Type	CIVIL
Scale	1:500
Brand	Herpa Wings
Article Number	503112
EAN	4013150503112
Airline Company	TNT Global Express
Aircraft Type	Boeing 727-200F
Size	📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 40.59 m (133 ft 2 in) Wingspan: 32.92 m (108 ft 0 in) Height: 9.72 m (31 ft 11 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 8.1 cm (3.2 in) Wingspan: approx. 6.6 cm (2.6 in)
Registration	OY-SES
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 TNT Global Express Boeing 727-200F cargo aircraft. Manufactured by Herpa Wings, this model features the distinctive orange and white TNT livery with the iconic circular TNT logo prominently displayed on the fuselage and tail. The model includes accurate registration markings (OY-SES) and fine details such as landing gear, engine nacelles, and the characteristic T-tail configuration of the 727. This collectible piece showcases Herpa's commitment to quality and authenticity in aviation miniatures.

The Boeing 727-200F is the freight variant of Boeing's highly successful tri-jet airliner. Originally designed for passenger service, the 727 became one of the best-selling commercial jets of its era, and many were converted for cargo operations. The aircraft measures 40.59 meters in length with a wingspan of 32.92 meters and stands 9.72 meters tall. Powered by three rear-mounted engines, the 727-200F was particularly valued by express cargo operators like TNT for its reliability, range, and ability to operate from shorter runways, making it ideal for time-sensitive logistics operations across Europe and beyond.

🇳🇱 About the Airline
TNT Global Express, Logistics & Mail was a major international courier delivery services company headquartered in the Netherlands. Operating a substantial fleet of cargo aircraft including Boeing 727s and 747s, TNT provided express mail and package delivery services worldwide. The company's distinctive orange branding made its aircraft highly recognizable at airports across Europe and beyond. TNT was eventually acquired by FedEx in 2016, but models in the classic TNT livery remain popular among aviation collectors.