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Varig Airlines (1987) DC-10-30 Mahogany Model - 18-inch Length
Celebrate the golden age of Brazilian aviation with this exquisite Varig Airlines DC-10-30 mahogany display model, recreated in the elegant 1987 livery that symbolized Varig's global reach and refinement.
Each model is hand-carved from solid mahogany (Lauan wood) and finished with several layers of high-gloss polyurethane , highlighting the DC-10's smooth lines and signature three-engine profile. Skilled artisans replicate every authentic marking — from the blue globe tail emblem and VARIG titling to the classic cheatline and polished silver underbelly.
Aircraft Background
The McDonnell Douglas DC-10-30 served as Varig's premier long-range aircraft throughout the 1980s and 1990s, linking Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Porto Alegre with destinations across Europe, North America, and Asia . Equipped with powerful GE CF6 engines and renowned for its reliability, the DC-10-30 helped establish Varig as one of the world's leading international carriers. This model commemorates an era when Brazilian elegance and global aviation met at 35,000 feet.
Model Details
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Scale: Approx. 1/100 (18-inch length)
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Material: Kiln-dried mahogany (Lauan)
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Finish: Hand-painted 1987 Varig "blue-tail" livery
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Dimensions: 18" length × 16" wingspan (approx.)
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Base: Polished mahogany stand with detachable metal arm
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Packaging: Foam-lined protective gift box for safe worldwide shipment
Perfect For
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Varig and Latin American aviation collectors
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Airline historians and enthusiasts
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Pilot, crew, or retirement gifts
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Executive or office décor
Each handcrafted model is made to order , ensuring museum-grade detail and lasting quality — a true heirloom tribute to the DC-10-30 and Varig's proud international legacy.
