Brand new 1/400 scale diecast airplane model of Lockheed L-188 Electra Commercial Aircraft "American Airlines" Silver with Red Stripes die cast model by GeminiJets.
Detailed exterior.
True-to-scale detail.
Does NOT include stand.
This model does not have any openings.
Manufacturers original unopened packaging.
Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
Dimensions approximately L-3.125 Wingspan-3 inches.
Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel.
HISTORY ASPECTS:
The Lockheed L-188 Electra registered as N6118A and operated by American Airlines holds a special place in the history of commercial aviation. This turboprop airliner introduced in the late 1950s represented a leap forward in terms of speed comfort and capacity. With its distinctive four-engine design and advanced technology the Electra played a pivotal role in shaping the future of air travel and was a critical part of American Airlines fleet during a time of significant change in the industry.After several attempts to launch a 4-engine airliner by Lockheed failed in the early to mid-1950s an order for 35 L-188A Electras by American Airlines in June 1955 secured the start for this fine airplane. Shortly thereafter an order came in in September 1955 for 40 aircraft for Eastern Air Lines. Powered by the same Allison 501-D engine as the already popular Lockheed C-130 military transport the Electra was off to a good start and first flew in December 1957. Parallel to the Electra the U.S. Navy saw huge potential in the aircraft and launched a military version of the type in the late 1950s known as the P-3 Orion. The Lockheed L-188 Electra is regarded as one of the best airframes ever made and enjoyed many years of flying right into the jet age. In fact the Electra could outperform many early jets that were intr
Detailed exterior.
True-to-scale detail.
Does NOT include stand.
This model does not have any openings.
Manufacturers original unopened packaging.
Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
Dimensions approximately L-3.125 Wingspan-3 inches.
Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel.
HISTORY ASPECTS:
The Lockheed L-188 Electra registered as N6118A and operated by American Airlines holds a special place in the history of commercial aviation. This turboprop airliner introduced in the late 1950s represented a leap forward in terms of speed comfort and capacity. With its distinctive four-engine design and advanced technology the Electra played a pivotal role in shaping the future of air travel and was a critical part of American Airlines fleet during a time of significant change in the industry.After several attempts to launch a 4-engine airliner by Lockheed failed in the early to mid-1950s an order for 35 L-188A Electras by American Airlines in June 1955 secured the start for this fine airplane. Shortly thereafter an order came in in September 1955 for 40 aircraft for Eastern Air Lines. Powered by the same Allison 501-D engine as the already popular Lockheed C-130 military transport the Electra was off to a good start and first flew in December 1957. Parallel to the Electra the U.S. Navy saw huge potential in the aircraft and launched a military version of the type in the late 1950s known as the P-3 Orion. The Lockheed L-188 Electra is regarded as one of the best airframes ever made and enjoyed many years of flying right into the jet age. In fact the Electra could outperform many early jets that were intr
Price history
Sep 14, 2023
€42.82