Description
Product Info
This detailed 1:72 scale replica of the Westland Wessex HC.2 comprises 134 parts, offering a rewarding assembly experience for hobbyists. It includes three livery choices, enabling you to depict aircraft from No.2 Flying Training School, the Armada Nacional del Uruguay, or the Royal Air Force Sek Kong.
Key Features
1:72 scale model with 134 parts
Includes three genuine livery choices
Suitable for hobbyists aged 8 and up
Skill level 1 – perfect for novices
Made from plastic
Helicopter from the Cold War period
Depicts aircraft from various operators
History
The Westland Wessex HC.2 was a turbine-powered version built under licence, derived from the renowned American Sikorski S-58 ‘Choctaw’ helicopter. It was one of the pioneering helicopters that proved indispensable for numerous military and civilian uses.
Continuing a collaboration between Sikorsky and Westland, the Wessex was first developed for the Royal Navy for anti-submarine and utility missions. It was later adapted as the HC.2 for the Royal Air Force, entering service in 1962, a year after the Navy’s version.
In the RAF, these robust helicopters undertook various duties, such as transporting troops and supplies, providing ground support, and conducting air evacuations. However, their role in Air Sea Rescue operations made them particularly prominent at the time.
Upon its introduction, the Wessex was at the forefront of rotary technology, capable of operating in environments inaccessible to other aircraft.
Tech Specs
Item Length – Without Packaging (cm)
29.1
Item Width – Without Packaging (cm)
23.8
How many pieces will be found in the box opened by the customer?
134
Item Scale
1:72 Scale
License line
The (Westland Wessex) is a product of Leonardo UK Ltd and all rights in it, including its name, are hereby reserved. The models have been produced with the permission and assistance of Leonardo MW Ltd.
Contents (what’s in the box) sets
Plastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.
Finish
Plastic
Number of Scheme options
3
Skill Level
1
Flying Hours
3
Rotorspan (mm)
238
Paint and glue not included
