MD-83

The narrow-body McDonnell Douglas MD-83 jet airliner is a popular version of the famous Mad Dog that focused on achieving a much longer range. In our selection, you will find detailed collectible replicas of this elegant machine with its typical rear-mounted engines. We bring you fully assembled models that are well-crafted from die-cast metal with additional plastic parts. Highly accurate pieces are available in the 1:200 and 1:400 collector scales. Their top-quality production is handled by leading manufacturers Gemini and JC Wings.

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Auxiliary Tanks and Strengthened Landing Gear

From a technological standpoint, this machine represented an answer to the demands of airlines that needed to fly longer routes without having to deploy giant wide-body aircraft. Designers achieved this goal by installing auxiliary fuel tanks in the lower cargo hold. However, the increased fuel capacity also meant a much higher takeoff weight, so the aircraft had to receive significantly strengthened landing gear and updated, more powerful engine versions. Thanks to these modifications, it became the ideal workhorse for longer holiday and charter flights.

Nordic Reliability and American Charters

Although this specific section is more compact, it hides truly interesting collector pieces. You can enrich your display case with precise models bearing the colors of American companies, such as the legendary Trans World Airlines or the charter carrier World Atlantic Airlines. The European aviation scene is also represented here, proudly showcased by a beautifully crafted model in the neat blue and white colors of the traditional Finnish airline Finnair.