DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇧🇷 VARIG Brasil — BOEING 747-300 — Herpa — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 50,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Schabak |
| Article Number | 901/12 |
| EAN | 4010280901722 |
| Airline Company | VARIG Brasil |
| Aircraft Type | Boeing 747-300 |
| 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 |
PP-VRG
|
| 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 VARIG Brasil Boeing 747-300 in the airline's elegant white and blue livery. The model features the distinctive golden star emblem on the tail fin, along with 'Brasil' written in gold script along the fuselage. Manufactured by Herpa, a renowned name in die-cast aviation collectibles, this piece showcases exceptional attention to detail including accurately molded engines, landing gear, and aerodynamic surfaces. The model comes in its original retail packaging with protective clear display case.
The Boeing 747-300 is an extended upper deck variant of the iconic 747 jumbo jet, first introduced in 1983. This version features a stretched upper deck compared to earlier models, providing additional passenger capacity while maintaining the aircraft's legendary range and reliability. VARIG (Viação Aérea Rio-Grandense) was Brazil's first airline and once its flagship carrier, operating 747s on prestigious long-haul international routes connecting Brazil to destinations across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The 747-300 typically measures 70.66 m (231 ft 10 in) in length with a wingspan of 59.64 m (195 ft 8 in), making this 1:500 scale model approximately 14.1 cm long with a 11.9 cm wingspan.
🇧🇷 About the Airline
VARIG (Viação Aérea Rio-Grandense) was founded in 1927 and became Brazil's leading international carrier for decades. Known for its premium service and extensive global network, VARIG operated until 2006 when it ceased operations. The airline's distinctive star logo and elegant livery made it one of South America's most recognizable carriers, and its models remain highly sought after by aviation collectors worldwide.