DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇺🇸 United Airlines — Douglas DC-3 — Herpa — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —

Characteristics

Type	CIVIL
Scale	1:500
Brand	Herpa
Article Number	510431
EAN	4013150510431
Airline Company	United Airlines
Aircraft Type	Douglas DC-3
Size	📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 19.66 m (64 ft 6 in) Wingspan: 28.96 m (95 ft 0 in) Height: 5.16 m (16 ft 11 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 3.9 cm (1.5 in) Wingspan: approx. 5.8 cm (2.3 in)
Registration	N8114L
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 by Herpa captures the iconic Douglas DC-3 in United Airlines livery with registration N8114L. The model features authentic blue and white color scheme with detailed United branding on the fuselage, accurately molded propellers, and precisely rendered landing gear. Part of Herpa's GeminiJet collection, this miniature showcases the classic design elements that made the DC-3 one of aviation's most recognizable aircraft.

The Douglas DC-3 revolutionized commercial aviation in the 1930s and 1940s, becoming one of the most successful and influential aircraft ever built. With its reliable twin-engine design, the DC-3 could carry 21-32 passengers and transformed air travel from a luxury into a practical mode of transportation. United Airlines operated numerous DC-3s throughout the airline's history, using them on domestic routes across the United States. The aircraft's rugged construction and excellent performance characteristics meant many remained in service for decades, with some still flying today. The real DC-3 measures approximately 19.66 m (64 ft 6 in) in length with a wingspan of 28.96 m (95 ft 0 in), making this 1:500 scale model approximately 3.9 cm in length.

🇺🇸 About the Airline
United Airlines is one of the world's largest and oldest airlines, founded in 1926 through the merger of several smaller carriers. As a major American airline headquartered in Chicago, United has played a pivotal role in the development of commercial aviation, operating an extensive domestic and international network. The airline's rich heritage includes operating classic aircraft like the DC-3, which helped establish its reputation for reliable service across the United States.