DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇹🇷 Turkish Airlines — Boeing 737-400 — Herpa — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 25,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Herpa Wings |
| Article Number | 501316 |
| EAN | 4013150513161 |
| Airline Company | Turkish Airlines |
| Aircraft Type | Boeing 737-400 |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 36.40 m (119 ft 7 in) Wingspan: 28.90 m (94 ft 9 in) Height: 11.10 m (36 ft 5 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 7.3 cm (2.9 in) Wingspan: approx. 5.8 cm (2.3 in) |
| Registration | TC-JDY |
| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
| Released | 1999 |
Description
This exquisite 1:500 scale die-cast model represents a Turkish Airlines Boeing 737-400 with registration TC-JDY, named 'Antalya'. Manufactured by Herpa Wings, this model showcases the airline's classic livery with a predominantly white fuselage, striking red tail featuring the Turkish Airlines crescent moon logo, and detailed 'TURKISH' titles along the fuselage. The model captures the essence of Turkish Airlines' fleet from this era with remarkable attention to detail, including accurately molded landing gear, engine nacelles, and window placement. This collectible piece is perfect for aviation enthusiasts and model collectors seeking authentic representations of Turkish civil aviation history.
The Boeing 737-400 is a stretched variant of the 737 Classic series, designed to accommodate between 146-188 passengers depending on configuration. With a length of 36.40 meters (119 ft 7 in), a wingspan of 28.90 meters (94 ft 9 in), and a height of 11.10 meters (36 ft 5 in), the 737-400 served as a workhorse for many airlines including Turkish Airlines. This particular aircraft, TC-JDY, was named after Antalya, the popular Turkish coastal resort city, reflecting Turkish Airlines' practice of naming aircraft after Turkish cities and regions. The 737-400 entered service in 1988 and became known for its reliability and efficiency on short to medium-haul routes throughout Europe, the Middle East, and beyond.
🇹🇷 About the Airline
Turkish Airlines (Türk Hava Yolları) is the national flag carrier of Turkey, founded in 1933. Based at Istanbul Airport, it has grown to become one of the world's largest airlines by number of passenger destinations served. Known for its extensive network connecting Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas, Turkish Airlines has won numerous awards for its service quality and operates a modern fleet serving over 300 destinations worldwide.