United States
Sikorsky HH-53C Jolly Green Giant
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Plastic model kit |
284mm |
This boxed set contains:
- 1 x Sikorsky HH-53C Jolly Green Giant 1/72 scale search and rescue helicopter aircraft
United States Air Force
The HH-53C Jolly Green was developed by Sikorsky as a variant of the heavy helicopter CH-53 Sea Stallion. It entered service with the U.S. Air Force in the late 1960s. It was designed to carry out CSAR “Search and Rescue” missions in combat zones with high operational effectiveness. Compared to the previous version, it was equipped with an aerial refuelling probe, additional fuel tanks, reinforced armour, and the option to mount extra defensive armament. Particular attention was given to improving the radio systems, which had to coordinate operational activities with other supporting aircraft—such as tankers or attack and support helicopters—needed to safely locate downed or missing pilots. Robust, reliable, and featuring long flight endurance, it was widely used during the Vietnam War.
Scale is 1:72
Size of the model is 28.4cm
Box size is 34.5cm x 24.2cm x 4.8cm
New artwork
New decal edition
This boxed set contains:
-
1*Sikorsky HH-53C Jolly Green Giant 1/72 scale search and rescue helicopter aircraft
The HH-53C Jolly Green was developed by Sikorsky as a variant of the heavy helicopter CH-53 Sea Stallion. It entered service with the U.S. Air Force in the late 1960s. It was designed to carry out CSAR “Search and Rescue” missions in combat zones with high operational effectiveness. Compared to the previous version, it was equipped with an aerial refuelling probe, additional fuel tanks, reinforced armour, and the option to mount extra defensive armament. Particular attention was given to improving the radio systems, which had to coordinate operational activities with other supporting aircraft—such as tankers or attack and support helicopters—needed to safely locate downed or missing pilots. Robust, reliable, and featuring long flight endurance, it was widely used during the Vietnam War.
Scale is 1:72
Size of the model is 28.4cm
Box size is 34.5cm x 24.2cm x 4.8cm
New artwork
New decal edition
