McDonnell-Douglas MD-87 Erickson Aero Tanker Scale 1:144 AMP 144001 Plastic Model Aircraft Kit

McDonnell Douglas MD-87 Erickson Aero Tanker aircraft plastic model kit in 1:144 scale represents a modern civil firefighting aircraft converted from a commercial jetliner platform.

The MD-87 Aero Tanker is operated by Erickson Aero Tanker as part of aerial firefighting fleets used for wildfire suppression. Based on the McDonnell Douglas MD-87 airliner, the aircraft was modified to carry an internal fire retardant tank, allowing rapid response and high-speed delivery during large-scale wildfire operations.

MD-87 Erickson Aero Tanker – Modern Aerial Firefighting Aircraft

The MD-87 Aero Tanker has been in service since the 2010s and is primarily operated in the United States. It reflects the modern trend of adapting commercial jet aircraft for specialized civil roles, combining long range, speed, and high payload capacity for aerial firefighting missions.

This plastic model kit by AMP accurately depicts the Erickson Aero Tanker configuration of the MD-87. The model belongs to the Aircraft Model Kits category and is produced in 1:144 scale, a common scale for civil and transport aircraft collections.

Kit contents:

• Plastic sprues with aircraft parts
• Transparent cockpit glazing parts
• Decal sheet with Erickson Aero Tanker markings
• Painting and marking guide
• Assembly instructions

Paints and glue are not included.

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: AMP
• Scale: 1:144
• Model (SKU): AMP 144001
• Type: Aircraft Model Kit
• Aircraft: McDonnell Douglas MD-87
• Variant: Erickson Aero Tanker (firefighting)
• Role: Aerial firefighting aircraft
• Subject country: USA
• Period: Modern
• Condition: New in Box
• Kit description: Unpainted, unassembled plastic model kit. Paints and glue are not included.