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UH1C Easy Rider 174th AH Co. Sharks US Army 1:72 with stand

  • SKU: HH1014
  • Article code: HH1014W
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Announced April 21 2022, January 2023 release, Limited Edition of 750 Pieces
HobbymasterJanuary2023

C$ 111.95

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UH1C Easy Rider 174th AH Co. Sharks US Army 1:72 with stand

UH-1C Easy Rider 174th Assault Helicopter Company Sharks US Army 1970s 1:72
Announced April 21 2022, January 2023 release, Limited Edition of 750 Pieces
HobbymasterJanuary2023

US Army trials of the Bell 204 helicopter in 1955 lead to the development of the HU-1. Because of the initial designation the nickname Huey came about. It was soon realized that the HU-1 didn’t have the lifting power for heavy loads or room for enough troops so it was given a larger cabin, larger engine, a modified main rotor along with a few other improvements and was re-designated the UH-1B. Later versions of the UH-1B received a more powerful engine. There were 1,010 “B” variants delivered to the US Army.

In June 1966 the 174th (Sharks) Assault Helicopter Company asked the WWII Flying Tigers for permission to use their shark-mouth paint scheme and it was granted. UH-1C 66-15045 received the shark-mouth as well as the name Easy Rider, after the movie of the same name. On November 23, 1970 while flying an overnight mission, at low altitudes and in a mist the tail rotor struck trees which brought the copter down. Everyone on board survived. In 1971 the 174th ceased operations in Vietnam. Later UH-1M 66-15242 assumed the name Easy Rider.

Hobby Master is a Hong Kong based manufacturer producing high quality collectible diecast models. Hobbymaster produces mostly military diecast aircraft models in 1:72, 1:48 and 1:32 scales. It's products are perhaps the most popular military diecast models in the world, and their high quality is award winning. Most models include dynamic moveable parts, historic markings, realistic weaponry and come with their own stand, and many come with additional external weapons, fuel tanks, and pilot figures.

- Pre-painted Diecast Metal Model

- True 1:72 scale
- Professionally painted
- Great attention to detail
- All markings are Tampo printed (pad applied)
- Option to display the model on a stand that is provided
- Model can be shown with the landing gear in the down or up positions
- Canopy can be displayed open or closed
- Heavy metal construction with a minimum of plastic

Collectors item: Not suitable for children under 14

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UH1C Easy Rider 174th AH Co. Sharks US Army 1:72 with stand

UH1C Easy Rider 174th AH Co. Sharks US Army 1:72 with stand

C$ 111.95 (C$ 111.95 Incl. tax)