This helicopter, designed by Bell at the end of the fifties, rose to notoriety through its use in Vietnam. It is by far the most used heli the world has seen. The Huey was extensively used in support and attack sorties. Thanks to its reliability and robust construction, the UH-1 was quickly acquired by the armed forces of many countries (Italy, Japan, Sweden, and Holland among others). UH-1s remained in service until the end of the seventies and were then substituted for more modern and sophisticated versions.
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Scale: 1/72 Model Length: 7.08 in (180 mm)Skill Level: 2 Country: United States– Painting and assembly required– 3 sprues– Waterslide decals – Clear parts– Molded in gold– Illustrated instructions and paint guide
Paint & Decal Guides:
A. US Army Aviation, Vo Dat, Vietnam, 1965Gloss Olive DrabYellow Blue Angel BlueFlat Black
B. Royal Australian Air Force, No. 9 Sqd., Williamstown, 1961Gloss Olive DrabYellow Insignia WhiteFlat Black
C. Japanese Army, Meitabaru, 1982Gloss Olive DrabYellow Insignia WhiteSemi-Gloss OrangeFlat Black
