Corgi Aviation Archive Legends AA50413
Bell UH-1E Huey Diecast Model
USMC HMLA-267, Camp Pendelton, CA, 1971 |
| 1:48 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Bell UH-1E Huey | | 14.25" | | 12" |
With the upswing of the Vietnam War, VMO-5 was reactivated on December 15, 1966, at Camp Pendleton and assigned to Marine Helicopter Training Group 30, 3d Marine Aircraft Wing. The aircraft assigned were the UH-1E "Huey" and the OV-10 "Bronco." In July 1967, VMO-5 was reassigned to Marine Aircraft Group 56. The squadron was redesignated HML-267 in March 1968 and remained in combat readiness for the remainder of the war. In November 1971 the squadron was reorganized, resulting in HML-267 flying only UH-1E aircraft.
Designed to meet a US Army requirement for a medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) and general utility helicopter, the UH-1 Huey was first flown on October 20, 1956. Nicknamed "Huey" because of its original "HU-1" designation, this aircraft became famous during the Vietnam War, where 7,000 of them served in a variety of roles, from MEDEVAC and search and rescue to troop transport, air assault and ground attack. As a troop transporter, the Huey revolutionized warfare, giving the Army the ability to strategically position troops in various locations that were otherwise difficult to reach in the heavy jungle environment. © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Corgi's 1:48 scale UH-1 Hueys are some of the most popular helicopters produced by this manufacturer. These models boast large transparent windows surrounding the cockpit, which provide a clear view of the cockpit interior. Separately applied delicate wiper blades are mounted on the front windows with correctly tinted windows above. The rear cargo bay doors are fixed in the open position and provide a panoramic view of the entire interior. Each release features a beautifully detailed diecast metal rotor head assembly with plastic rotor blades. Releases in this series showcase a variety of detailed ordnance configurations, such as a side mounted tube-launched rocket, machine guns with detailed ammo belts and a nose mounted grenade launcher.
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The Corgi "Legends" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft.
Corgi "Legends" 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.
- Permanently extended landing gear with rotating wheels.
- Presention stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Detailed pilot and crew member figures.
- Authentic ordnance loads complete with placards.
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