AeroClassics 1:400 Series ACTVA016
Lockheed L-188 Electra Diecast Model
Trans International | |
| 1:400 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Lockheed L-188 Electra | | 3.25" | | 3" |
The Lockheed L-188 Electra was operated by Trans International Airlines (later Transamerica Airlines), a California-based supplemental carrier founded in 1948, as part of the airline's early turboprop fleet supporting charter passenger operations from its Oakland base before the carrier's transition to DC-8 jets. Trans International built a substantial charter business under Transamerica Corporation ownership beginning in 1968, using varied aircraft types to serve military and civilian charter contracts. As part of this fleet, the Electra supported Trans International's early charter operations before the airline's eventual 1986 closure as Transamerica Airlines.
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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