Franklin Mint Armour Collection B11E203
Bell AH-1G Cobra Diecast Model
US Army 1st Aviation Btn Rebels| 1:48 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Bell AH-1G Cobra | | 13.25" | | 11" |
The AH-1 Cobra (company designation: Bell 209) is a two-bladed, single engine attack helicopter manufactured by Bell. It shares a common engine, transmission and rotor system with the older UH-1 Iroquois. The AH-1 is also sometimes referred to as the HueyCobra or Snake. The AH-1 was the backbone of the United States Army's attack helicopter fleet, but has been replaced by the AH-64 Apache in Army service. Upgraded versions continue to fly with several other users. The AH-1 twin engine versions remain in service with United States Marine Corps as the service's primary attack helicopter.
Designed to meet an urgent US Army requirement for a helicopter gunship, the Bell AH-1 Cobra—sometimes referred to as the Snake—was first flown on September 7th, 1965. Capable of using a variety of weapons covering the gamut of rocket pods, cannon pods, minigun pods, and missiles, the Cobra’s main armament is its three-barrel 20mm Gatling gun mounted in a chin turret. The Cobra's primary mission was to give fire support to troop-carrying Hueys. Fast, heavily armed, and highly maneuverable, the narrow 38 inch wide airframe presented a much more difficult target than its predecessors. © Copyright 2003-2010 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Franklin Mint "Armour Collection" presents diecast detailed, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft. Armour Collection diecast airplanes from The Franklin Mint require no glueing or painting. Each model is an instant display piece or diorama centerpiece straight from the box. Made from diecast metal and plastic components, the die cast airplanes in the Franklin Mint's Armour Collection are 100% true to scale. Franklin Mint "Armour Collection" diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Detailed cockpit interiors.
- No pilot figures.
- Sturdy fixed metal landing gear for static display.
- Authentic fixed ordnance loads.
- Accurately detailed underside.
© Copyright 2003-2010 The Flying Mule, Inc.
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