Level 2 Model Kit Bristol 192 Belvedere Helicopter with 2 Scheme Options 1/72 Plastic Model Kit by Airfix

Level 2 Model Kit Bristol 192 Belvedere Helicopter with 2 Scheme Options 1/72 Plastic Model Kit by Airfix

$48.62
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Level 2 Model Kit Bristol 192 Belvedere Helicopter with 2 Scheme Options 1/72 Plastic Model Kit by Airfix
  • Level 2 Model Kit Bristol 192 Belvedere Helicopter with 2 Scheme Options 1/72 Plastic Model Kit by Airfix
  • Level 2 Model Kit Bristol 192 Belvedere Helicopter with 2 Scheme Options 1/72 Plastic Model Kit by Airfix
  • Level 2 Model Kit Bristol 192 Belvedere Helicopter with 2 Scheme Options 1/72 Plastic Model Kit by Airfix
  • Level 2 Model Kit Bristol 192 Belvedere Helicopter with 2 Scheme Options 1/72 Plastic Model Kit by Airfix
  • Level 2 Model Kit Bristol 192 Belvedere Helicopter with 2 Scheme Options 1/72 Plastic Model Kit by Airfix
  • Level 2 Model Kit Bristol 192 Belvedere Helicopter with 2 Scheme Options 1/72 Plastic Model Kit by Airfix
Level 2 Model Kit Bristol 192 Belvedere Helicopter with 2 Scheme Options 1/72 Plastic Model Kit by Airfix

Level 2 Model Kit Bristol 192 Belvedere Helicopter with 2 Scheme Options 1/72 Plastic Model Kit by Airfix

$48.62
  • Brand new plastic model kit of Bristol 192 Belvedere Helicopter with 2 Scheme Options (Level 2) 1/72 plastic model kit by Airfix.
  • Brand new box.
  • Vintage style packaging.
  • Officially licensed product.
  • Contains 50 detailed parts.
  • Does NOT include display stand.
  • Paint and cement required (not included).
  • Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
  • Parts molded in Light Gray - unless otherwise indicated.
  • Includes decals to design the plane in 2 different schemes.
  • Dimensions approximately L-15.125 - W-8.125 inches assembled.
HISTORY ASPECTS:The Bristol 192 Belvedere was a British twin-engine - tandem rotor helicopter designed by the Bristol Aeroplane Company. Entering service in the early 1960s - it was the Royal Air Force’s first twin-rotor helicopter. The Belvedere was initially developed for the Royal Navy as a transport and anti-submarine platform - but its role shifted to tactical transport after a decision was made to equip the RAF instead. The helicopter had the capability to carry up to 19 fully equipped troops or a variety of cargo loads - including artillery pieces and vehicles - making it a versatile asset for military operations.The Belvedere saw combat during the Indonesian Confrontation in the mid-1960s - where it was used by British forces for troop transport - supply runs - and casualty evacuation in the challenging terrain of Borneo. Its ability to operate in dense jungle environments and perform heavy-lift missions underlined its importance in the conflict. It also saw use in Aden (modern-day Yemen) - where British forces relied on the helicopter to support operations during the Aden Emergency - transporting soldiers and supplies to remote locations in the mountainous and desert regions.Though the Bristol Belvedere had a relatively short operational life - being retired in 1969 - its unique design and role as a heavy-lift helicopter left a significant impact. It paved the way for future tandem rotor designs like the Boeing CH-47 Chinook - which took on similar roles in later decades. The Belvedere's contribution to military transport operations during a period of transition for the British military makes it a noteworthy chapter in the evolution of military helicopters.This 1:72 scale model perfectly captures the distinctive shape and innovative design of this early British tandem rotor helicopter. A must-have for military aviation enthusiasts - it brings to life the history of a helicopter that played a crucial role in the post-war operations of the RAF.

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