AeroClassics 1:400 Series ACANZ1208B
Lockheed L-188 Electra Diecast Model
Ansett Air Freight, VH-RMC | |
| 1:400 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Lockheed L-188 Electra | | 3.25" | | 3" |
Lockheed L-188A Electra, registered VH-RMC, flew for Ansett Air Freight as part of the Australian carrier's fleet of converted Electra freighters supporting domestic cargo operations after the type's retirement from passenger service. Ansett operated several Electras across both passenger and cargo roles, with sister aircraft VH-RMB following a similar conversion path from passenger service to dedicated freighter duties during the 1970s. As part of this fleet, VH-RMC supported Ansett Air Freight's domestic cargo network connecting Australian cities, extending the operational life of the reliable turboprop airframe well beyond its original passenger career.
Please note: An optional display stand is available separately if you wish to display this model "in-flight".
Designed and built by Lockheed for American Airlines, the L-188 Electra first flew on December 6, 1957. The L-188 was the first turboprop airliner produced in the United States, with standard seating for 66 to 88 passengers. Powered by four Allison 501D-13 turboprops, the aircraft performed nearly as well as contemporary turbojets but cost less to operate. Unfortunately, two fatal accidents quickly eroded faith in the type and led to early cancelation of production. Electras were most infamously flown by the Argentine Navy, who used them to dispose of political prisoners over the Rio de La Plata. © Copyright 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The AeroClassics "1:400" range presents higly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of civilian aircraft in 1:400 scale. AeroClassics models are produced in extremely limited quantities, making them highly desirable to collectors.
AeroClassics 1:400 diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction, including wings and tail surfaces.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Permanently extended metal landing gear.
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