BAC 1-11-500 British Airways G-BGKE Negus colors

Product detailed description

BAC 1-11-500 British Airways - 1:500 scale model aircraft

General information

This detailed model aircraft BAC 1-11-500 in British Airways colors is manufactured by the renowned company Herpa in a precise scale 1 :500. The model is a faithful replica of the short to medium-length airliner that was popular in the 1960s and 1970s.

Origin and history

The BAC 1-11 was developed by the British Aircraft Corporation (BAC) in the 1960s. The aircraft was designed for short and medium-haul routes and became popular with many airlines around the world, including British Airways. The 500 was an extended version of the original design, offering increased passenger capacity.

Curiosity

• The BAC 1-11 was Britain's first short-range jet airliner
• The aircraft was very successful and was used for more than 50 years
• British Airways operated BAC 1-11 from 1974 until 1993

Questions and answers

Is this model suitable for children?

This model is primarily intended for collectors and modelers. Due to its small scale and detailed processing, it is not recommended as a toy for small children.

What are the dimensions of the model?

Exact dimensions are not given, but at 1:500 scale the model will be quite small, probably around 7-8cm long.

Summary

The BAC 1-11-500 model in British Airways colors from Herpa is a high quality collector's item in 1:500 scale. It represents an important part of British aviation history and is ideal for model aircraft collectors, particularly those interested in the history of British Airways or the British aviation industry.