{"product_id":"icm-72001-sikorsky-ch-54a-tarhe-u-s-heavy-lift-helicopter","title":"ICM 72001 Sikorsky CH-54A Tarhe U.S. Heavy Lift Helicopter","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Sikorsky CH-54 heavy-lift helicopter was developed to support NATO bases in Europe with fuel, ammunition, and equipment. It was designed and manufactured by Sikorsky Aircraft, a company founded by the renowned aircraft designer of Ukrainian descent, Igor Sikorsky.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr id=\"isPasted\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe prototype, initially designated S-64, made its first flight on May 9, 1962. Production aircraft, later adopted by the U.S. Army, received the designation CH-54A. Most of these helicopters were deployed to Vietnam, where they were operated by specialised aviation units to transport artillery, ammunition, military vehicles, and various types of cargo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe CH-54A Tarhe’s outstanding operational capabilities also proved invaluable in the recovery of damaged aircraft. In a document dated December 1968, the U.S. Army reported that 423 aircraft had been recovered, 105 of which were so large and heavy that only the powerful CH-54A Tarhe could evacuate them from difficult-to-access locations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe helicopter’s winch system allowed it to lift loads while hovering, eliminating the need to land, while its powerful engines enabled it to carry exceptionally heavy payloads. The CH-54A also performed specialised missions, including dropping heavy bombs to clear forested areas for airfield construction. Following the Vietnam War, the CH-54 continued to serve successfully with U.S. Army and National Guard units until the 1990s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong id=\"isPasted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eICM’s first 1:72 scale model of the CH-54A Tarhe heavy military helicopter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe helicopter’s structural elements are accurately reproduced, including the transmission, cargo winches, and landing gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe model features detailed rivet detail on the fuselage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt can be built with or without engine air filters, and includes two landing-gear strut options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe kit includes a decal sheet with four marking options from different time periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong id=\"isPasted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkings Available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSikorsky CH-54A Tarhe 67-18420, 273rd Aviation Company, Vietnam, 1968\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSikorsky CH-54A Tarhe 67-18426, 101st Airborne Division, Vietnam, 1968\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSikorsky CH-54A Tarhe 68-18455, 295th Aviation Company, Frankfurt, 1976\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSikorsky CH-54A Tarhe 67-18428, 1160th Aviation Company (Transportation Company), Georgia, 1980s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: \u003cstrong\u003e1:72\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of Parts:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e332\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e367\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth:\u003cstrong\u003e 271 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes detailed assembly instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly detailed sprues with high accuracy made from quality plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Crewkerne Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56509494690171,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0902\/8845\/6059\/files\/FullSizeRender_d4c5d245-04d8-4022-baab-9f06e5000e11.jpg?v=1792072695","url":"https:\/\/sqcgxr-kn.myshopify.com\/products\/icm-72001-sikorsky-ch-54a-tarhe-u-s-heavy-lift-helicopter","provider":"Crewkerne Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}