DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇺🇸 TWA Trans World Airlines — Boeing 717-200 — Herpa — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 30,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Herpa |
| Article Number | 512374 |
| EAN | 4013150512374 |
| Airline Company | TWA Trans World Airlines |
| Aircraft Type | Boeing 717-200 |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 37.80 m (124 ft 0 in) Wingspan: 28.47 m (93 ft 5 in) Height: 8.86 m (29 ft 1 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 7.6 cm (3.0 in) Wingspan: approx. 5.7 cm (2.2 in) |
| Registration | N402TW |
| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This exquisitely detailed Herpa Wings 1:500 scale die-cast model represents a TWA Boeing 717-200 in the airline's distinctive livery featuring the classic red TWA tail logo and 'Trans World' titles along the fuselage. The model captures the sleek lines of this twin-engine short-to-medium range airliner with remarkable precision, including accurate window placement, landing gear configuration, and the characteristic T-tail design. Manufactured by Herpa, a renowned name in precision aviation collectibles, this model features the slogan 'We're Up To Something Good' prominently displayed on the packaging, reflecting TWA's marketing during this era.
The Boeing 717-200 is a twin-engine, single-aisle jet airliner designed for short-range operations. Originally developed by McDonnell Douglas as the MD-95, it became the Boeing 717 following Boeing's merger with McDonnell Douglas in 1997. The aircraft measures 37.80 meters in length with a wingspan of 28.47 meters and a height of 8.86 meters, as indicated on the packaging. Powered by two rear-mounted Rolls-Royce BR715 turbofan engines, the 717-200 was designed to seat approximately 100-130 passengers and served as a modern replacement for aging DC-9 and early Boeing 737 aircraft in airline fleets worldwide.
🇺🇸 About the Airline
Trans World Airlines (TWA) was one of America's most iconic carriers, operating from 1930 until its acquisition by American Airlines in 2001. Known for pioneering international routes and luxurious service, TWA became synonymous with the golden age of aviation. The airline's distinctive red and white livery and globe logo remain beloved symbols among aviation enthusiasts and collectors worldwide.