Varig 1987 DC-10-30, 18-inch Mahogany Model For Sale

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.

• Scale: Approx. 1/100 (18-inch length)

• Material: Kiln-dried mahogany (Lauan)

• Finish: Hand-painted 1987 Varig \"blue-tail\" livery

• Dimensions: 18\" length × 16\" wingspan (approx.)

• Base: Polished mahogany stand with detachable metal arm

• Packaging: Foam-lined protective gift box for safe worldwide shipment

• Varig and Latin American aviation collectors

• Airline historians and enthusiasts

• Pilot, crew, or retirement gifts

• 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.