Douglas DC-10-10 Laker Airways

Product detailed description

Douglas DC-10-10 Laker Airways

General information

We present to you a metal model of a Douglas DC-10-10 aircraft in the colors of Laker Airways. This precisely crafted model in a scale of 1:500 is manufactured by the renowned company Herpa. The model is made mainly of metal with plastic details, which ensures its high quality and durability.

Origin and history

The Douglas DC-10 was a wide-body, three-engine transport aircraft developed by the American company McDonnell Douglas. It made its first flight in 1970 and entered commercial service in 1971. Laker Airways was a British airline that operated these aircraft on its transatlantic flights.

Curiosity

• The DC-10 was McDonnell Douglas' first wide-body aircraft
• It had a characteristic arrangement of engines - two under the wings and one in the tail section of the fuselage
• Laker Airways pioneered low-cost transatlantic travel

Questions and answers

Is this model suitable for children?

Due to the fine workmanship and the materials used, the model is more intended for adult collectors and modelers.

What are the dimensions of the model?

Exact dimensions depend on the actual size of the DC-10 aircraft. At 1:500 scale, the model will be approximately 9-10 cm in length.

Summary

The Douglas DC-10-10 Laker Airways model from Herpa is a high quality 1:500 scale metal model. It is an ideal choice for collectors and civil aviation enthusiasts, especially those interested in airline history and wide-body aircraft. Thanks to its precision and detailed processing, this model will be an decoration of every collection.