DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇺🇸 TWA Trans World Airlines — Boeing 747-100 — Herpa Wings — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 30,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Herpa Wings |
| Article Number | 502504 |
| EAN | 4013150502504 |
| Airline Company | TWA Trans World Airlines |
| Aircraft Type | Boeing 747-100 |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 70.66 m (231 ft 10 in) Wingspan: 59.64 m (195 ft 8 in) Height: 19.33 m (63 ft 5 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 14.1 cm (5.6 in) Wingspan: approx. 11.9 cm (4.7 in) |
| Registration | N/A |
| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This Herpa Wings 1:500 scale die-cast model represents a Boeing 747-100 in the classic TWA Trans World Airlines livery. The model features the iconic red and white color scheme with 'TRANS WORLD' lettering along the fuselage and the distinctive TWA tail logo. The tagline 'We're Up To Something Good' is prominently displayed. This collectible showcases excellent attention to detail including accurately positioned landing gear, engine nacelles, and the characteristic hump of the 747. Article number 502504, this model is part of Herpa's continuously updated series of current aircraft models and airlines.
The Boeing 747-100 was the original variant of the legendary 'Queen of the Skies', first introduced in 1970 and revolutionizing long-haul air travel. With its distinctive wide-body design and upper deck, the 747-100 could carry up to 452 passengers. The real aircraft measures 70.66 m in length with a wingspan of 59.64 m and a height of 19.33 m. At 1:500 scale, this model measures approximately 14.1 cm in length with a wingspan of approximately 11.9 cm. The 747-100 was powered by four high-bypass turbofan engines and became an icon of commercial aviation, serving airlines worldwide for decades.
🇺🇸 About the Airline
Trans World Airlines (TWA) was a major American airline that operated from 1930 until 2001, when it was acquired by American Airlines. Known for its distinctive red and white livery and innovative service, TWA was a pioneering force in international air travel and flew many historic routes across the Atlantic and Pacific. The airline's legacy remains strong among aviation enthusiasts and collectors.