Revell, 1:48 scale, Sikorsky CH-53 GS/G Camouflage Helicopter Model Kit#04446

Description

Revell presents, 1/48 scale, Detailed plastic replica model kit, Sikorsky CH-53 GS/G Camouflage German Air Force Heavy Transport Helicopter.
The CH-53 GS used by the German army flying forces is a CH-53 G adopted to present day requirements. Essential features are the two auxiliary tanks that extend its range, the new titanium rotor blades, the electronic countermeasures pod, the decoy chaff/flare dispensers and an improved cockpit. Of the 112 CH-53 Gs bought at the beginning of 1970, 20 helicopters are currently being equipped to this standard at ECD, Donauworth. Its capability has again been upgraded to make it the largest helicopter in the western world. In the meantime army flying units have also carried out a wide range of missions for NATO and the UN. Their versatility has proved itself in the Oder floods, on fire-fighting missions in Greese and transporting aid to the Kurds for which they received world-wide recognition. They have also become a familiar sight in Bosnia, Kosovo and Afghanistan. This roomy helicopter has made itself indispensable for transporting troops and materials and also for rescue services. Total payload: 8.5 tons; range: 413 km; Max speed: 314 m/h.
Model features; many optional parts for the "G" or "GS" versions; new rotor blades; movable main and tail rotor; pylons and new auxiliary fuel tanks; detailed full cockpit including instrument panel and protective covers for pilot seats; full cargo interior; sensor and camera parts for fuselage; antennae under the fuselage; optional new sand filters or standard air intake screens; opening cargo door; working drive-on ramps; landing gear with movable wheels; new exhaust casing for APU.
3 variations of decals included for GS version and new camouflaged G version-
CH-53GS, 84+67, HFR 32, Rheine, KFOR, May 2002
CH-53G, 85+03, HFR 35, ISAF, Mendig, April 2002
CH-53G, 84+57, HFR 35, IFOR, Mendig, April 2002
**This is a plastic model kit, which comes unassembled and unpainted. Glue, model paints, and other basic modeling tools are additionally required**
Includes Detailed pictorial instructions, Decal sheet (waterslide).
When fully assembled, this 1/48 scale model measures:
Length: 47.2cm, wingspan: 45.7cm.
New in box, still factory sealed. Box is in good condition as seen in photos.  **Last six photos are of finished models, professionally done, from the internet for reference only**  Item No: 04446
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