HH-3E "Jolly Green Giant" Helicopter (1/72 Scale)

The Sikorsky HH-3E has been designed, developed and put in use for this purpose. Assigned to the Aerospace Rescue-and-Recovery Service, the HH-3E's prime combat mission is the recovery of downed Pilots. It is equipped with two external jettisonable fuel tanks for long-range flight. It also features a telescopic air refueling probe for extended flights. A 65 foot hose is extended from the tanker aircraft and is attached in air to the probe fitted to the nose of the helicopter. Because of this advance the ARRS has realized the rescue capability it desired in a helicopter able to stay aloft for lengthy periods of time and be only a few minutes away from a downed Airman.

For its Mission the HH-3E is both armor-plated and armed for protection from hostile forces while in the combat area. Rapid loading and unloading of the copter is provided by a rear ramp and cargo door. A water-tight boat hull and large sponsons on either side provide amphibious capability. A newly-designed hoist to penetrate the heavy forest and jungle areas has also been added to the HH-3E. Due to its effective use in the Vietnam conflict, this Chopper has won the respect of all military services and has been nicknamed by the fighting men in Vietnam the "Jolly Green Giant".

1/72 Scale. Features 85 Parts molded in Green and Clear, 15 clear parts to be exact! The model kit features detailed cockpit with pilots, inflight refueling probe, retractable landing gear, rotating main and tail rotors, detailed rescue winch and as with most Atlantis kits, the artwork is frameable for extra fun. Measures 11.25 inches long with 10.25 inch rotor diameter when complete. Skill level 3.

Miniatures are supplied unpainted and some assembly may be required.