Boeing C-17A Globemaster III UAE Air Force 1228 (1:500)

Boeing C-17A Globemaster III UAE Air Force 1228 (1:500)

The Herpa United Arab Emirates Air Force Boeing C-17A Globemaster III 15th Strategic Airlift Squadron “Desert Colour Scheme” 1228 539395 is a highly detailed 1:500 scale die-cast aircraft model produced by Herpa Wings, representing one of the UAE Air Force’s most important strategic transport aircraft. This collector’s model accurately depicts the Boeing C-17A Globemaster III in its distinctive desert camouflage livery with registration 1228, based at Abu Dhabi / Zayed International Airport.

Manufactured in die-cast metal with precision-printed markings, the model captures the massive four-engine military transport aircraft with authentic proportions, detailed wings, and accurate UAE Air Force insignia. The unique sand-coloured finish reflects operational conditions in the Middle East and makes this version especially distinctive among global C-17 operators.

Perfect for collectors of military aircraft models, modern airlift transport aviation, and die-cast military displays, the Herpa C-17A Globemaster III combines operational realism with premium German model craftsmanship.

Features

• Official Herpa Wings 1:500 scale die-cast aircraft model
• Depicts UAE Air Force Boeing C-17A Globemaster III registration 1228
• Authentic desert camouflage livery unique to UAE Air Force operations
• Precision metal construction with detailed wings, engines, and landing gear

Historical Background

The Boeing C-17 Globemaster III was developed for the United States Air Force in the 1980s and entered service in the mid-1990s as a strategic and tactical airlifter capable of transporting troops, vehicles, and heavy cargo over long distances. Known for its versatility, short-field capability, and global deployment range, the C-17 became one of the most important modern military transport aircraft worldwide.

The United Arab Emirates Air Force operates the C-17 within its 15th Strategic Airlift Squadron, based in Abu Dhabi. The fleet supports rapid military deployment, humanitarian relief missions, and logistical transport across the Middle East and beyond, making it a key asset in regional air mobility operations.