Schuco Aviation 403551700
Dornier Do X Diecast Model
Dornier, D-1929, 1929 | |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Dornier Do X | | 21.75" | | 26.25" |
The 12-engine Dornier Do X, the largest, heaviest and most poweful flying boat in the world at that time, was designed as a trans-atlantic passenger aircraft. Although it was equipped with twelve radial engines, each of them boasting nine cylinders, its performance on the planned long-distance flights was not particularly convincing. The Do X achieved a cruise speed of 175 km/h (105 mph) at an altitude of 1,000 meters (3,300 ft). However, the plane required 14 minutes to reach this speed and altitude. These limitations combined with the large number of required refuelling stops meant this impressive aircraft was not commercially viable.
Nevertheless, Dornier created a landmark in aircraft construction. Many later developments profited from the experience gained in the production and usage of the Do X. After just three years in operation, the largest ever flying boat became the centerpiece at the new aviation museum in Berlin, where it remained until being destroyed in an Allied air-raid during World War II.
Designed as a 100 passenger trans-atlantic airliner, the Do X was the largest aircraft in the world when first flown on July 29th, 1929. © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Schuco has produced a highly detailed zinc diecast model of the Dornier Do X in 1:72 scale. All twelve engines are accurately detailed in their wing-mounted push-pull configured pods, complete with spinning propellers. The ailerons and tail surfaces faithfully replicate the real aircraft's complex aerodynamically assisted "park-bench" control surfaces. An eye-catching display stand, modelled on one of the engine pods, cradles the model securely. But this model begs to be picked up and held to be fully appreciated. Weighing in at nealy eleven pounds, this is one of the most hefty aircraft models ever seen in this scale.
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The Schuco "Aviation" range presents ready-made diecast models of civilian aircraft in varying scales.
Schuco "Aviation" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Accurately detailed underside.
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