Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Mil Mi-17 HIP Helicopter "US Air Force Special Operation Command (AFSOC) 6th Special Operations Squadron" (2012) die cast model by JC Wings.
Brand new box.
Detailed exterior.
True-to-scale detail.
Includes display stand.
Has opening cargo door.
Officially licensed product.
Includes ladder accessory.
Manufacturers original unopened packaging.
Dimensions approximately L-10 W-2 H-3.25 inches.
Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel.
It is a highly detailed and accurate model perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
Realistic panel lines antennas access panels and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life helicopter.
\nHISTORY ASPECTS:The Mil Mi-17 Hip is a medium-sized twin-engine helicopter designed by the Soviet Union in the 1970s. It has since become one of the most widely used military transport helicopters in the world. The Mi-17 Hip saw action in various conflicts including the Soviet-Afghan War the Gulf War the Balkans and the War on Terror.The 6th Special Operations Squadron of the United States Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) is a unit that specializes in the infiltration and exfiltration of special operations forces. They primarily use the Mi-17 Hip for this purpose. In 2012 the 6th Special Operations Squadron deployed several Mi-17 Hips to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. The helicopters were used to transport personnel equipment and supplies to remote locations throughout the country.This 1:72 scale model of the Mi-17 Hip in the colors of the 6th Special Operations Squadron is a perfect addition to any aviation enthusiasts collection. It is made with high-quality materials and attention to detail ensuring that