De Agostini Combat Helicopters CH53
Agusta-Bell AB 212 ASW Diecast Model
Italian Navy, #7-20, Italy |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Agusta-Bell AB 212 ASW | | 9.5" | | 8" |
The AB 212 ASW is an anti-submarine warfare, anti-shipping version of the AB 212 helicopter, built under license in Italy by Agusta. It features a prominent radome above the cockpit and a left side winch is used for dipping the AQS-13 dipping sonar. Other changes include structural reinforcement for a gross weight of 11,197 lbs (5080 kg), ECM, shipboard deck tie-down attachments and corrosion protection.
Developed as a twin-engined enhancement of the model 204 (UH-1) design, the 212 was first flown in 1968. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The De Agostini "Combat Helicopters" range presents affordable, ready made diecast models of helicopters. To help keep the price down, these items arrive in low-cost, discardable blister type packaging.
De Agostini "Combat Helicopters" diecast helicopters feature:
- Diecast metal and plastic construction.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Rotating rotor blades.
- Permanently extended landing gear.
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