1/500 U.S. Air Force - 439th AW

Herpa 1/500 U.S. Air Force - 439th AW

The first C-5 arrived at Westover in Massachusetts back in 1987. Most aircraft now operated have been upgraded to the C-5M Super Galaxy standard with new electronics and new, more efficient and powerful engines. The “Patriot Wing” as the 439th Wing is also called, has the logo of the New England Patriots football team that also call Massachusetts their home, applied to the vertical stabilizers of its C-5s.

The range of aircraft model types, operators and scales from Herpa is vast and the quality is exceptional. All Herpa Wings models feature detailed printing of aircraft liveries and markings. The detailed shapes of the models have been produced according to drafts provided by the manufacturers. And, just like the manufacturers of the originals, Herpa is utilizing the latest technology and quality assurance for development and production.

Features:
- Scale: 1/500
- The airplane is approximately 6 inches long and has a 5.5 inch wingspan
- Highly detailed herpa wings (miniature model)
- True-to-scale aircraft model
- Realistic panel lines and surface details
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals
- The model is made of diecast metal constructions with some small plastic detail parts
- Small scale and life-like model for adult collectors. Not suitable for children under 14 years