Continental Airlines McDonnell Douglas DC-10-30

Product detailed description

Continental Airlines McDonnell Douglas DC-10-30

General information

This highly detailed model of a McDonnell Douglas DC-10-30 in Continental Airlines livery is made in scale 1:200. It is a metal model with plastic parts from the renowned manufacturer Inflight200, known for its quality and accuracy.

Origin and history

The McDonnell Douglas DC-10 was a wide-body jet aircraft used for medium and long-haul flights. It was developed in the 1970s as a competitor to the Lockheed L-1011 TriStar. Continental Airlines was one of the major users of this type of aircraft.

Curiosity

• The DC-10 was McDonnell Douglas
's first wide-body aircraft
• Had the characteristic third engine nacelles located at the root of the vertical tail
• Continental Airlines used the DC-10 primarily on transatlantic flights

Questions and answers

Is this model suitable for children?

As it is a metal model with detailed processing, it is more intended for adult collectors and modelers.

What are the dimensions of the model?

Exact dimensions are not given, but at a scale of 1:200 the length of the model can be expected to be around 28 cm.

Summary

This precisely crafted model of the McDonnell Douglas DC-10-30 in Continental Airlines livery is a great choice for collectors and aviation fans. Thanks to its metal design and 1:200 scale, it offers a realistic view of this iconic aircraft.