Airbus A320 “Rackham” Brussels Airlines x Tintinimaginatio – 29968 – 1:100 Scale Limited Edition Model Aircraft – Limited Edition – 2023

An exceptional official Brussels Airlines and Tintinimaginatio limited-edition model of the celebrated “Rackham” Airbus A320, issued in 2023 and produced at an impressive 1:100 scale. Created to commemorate one of the most distinctive aircraft liveries operating in European aviation, this highly detailed collector’s model celebrates the enduring partnership between Brussels Airlines and the world of Tintin.

The full-size aircraft, registered OO-SNM and affectionately known as “Rackham”, was unveiled by Brussels Airlines as a flying tribute to Hergé’s legendary comic creations. Inspired principally by Red Rackham’s Treasure and the maritime adventures associated with Captain Haddock, the aircraft features a spectacular custom livery incorporating Tintin, Snowy, sharks, treasure-hunting imagery and references to the adventures that have captivated readers for generations.

Produced as an official collector’s edition in collaboration with Tintinimaginatio and Brussels Airlines, this model accurately reproduces the distinctive artwork applied to the real aircraft. The model captures the sleek profile of the Airbus A320 while faithfully replicating the intricate decorative scheme that made Rackham one of the most photographed special-livery aircraft in Europe.

Constructed to a high standard and supplied with its display stand, presentation box and numbered certificate of authenticity, the model measures approximately 38 cm in length with a wingspan of approximately 34 cm, making it a substantial display piece suitable for aviation collections, Tintin collections and corporate memorabilia displays alike.

The combination of official licensing, limited-edition production and the enduring international popularity of both Tintin and commercial aviation makes this one of the most desirable modern Tintin aviation collectibles. Examples are increasingly sought after by collectors of airline memorabilia, die-cast aircraft models and official Tintin merchandise.

Presented in new condition and complete with its numbered certificate of authenticity.

Handled, inspected and authenticated in-house at our gallery in Ripon, North Yorkshire.

Condition

New condition. Short closed tears to edge of sleeve of presentation box. Complete with original presentation box, display stand and numbered certificate of authenticity.

Manufacturer: Brussels Airlines & Tintinimaginatio
Reference: 29968
Date: 2023
Scale: 1:100
Length: Approx. 38 cm
Wingspan: Approx. 34 cm
Material: Resin and composite materials
Finish: Polychrome decoration
Edition: Limited edition with numbered certificate of authenticity

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Hornseys has been serving collectors, readers and enthusiasts from our North Yorkshire gallery since 1976. Over five decades we have built a reputation for offering carefully researched and authentically described collectables, books, ephemera and works of historical interest.

Today we are proud to hold one of the most significant selections of Tintin material available from an independent British dealer. Our stock regularly includes rare first editions, original publisher-issued memorabilia, limited-edition resin sculptures, figurines, vehicles and museum-quality collectables inspired by the work of Hergé.

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