UH-1D Huey 1/30 Model - King & Country VN189(SE)
Features
- Model is approximately 22" long with a 19" rotorspan
- Comes with a pilot and a co-pilot
- Rotors spin
- Made of mixed media; resin, polystone and metal
- Hand painted and ready for display
The UH-1 Huey became an iconic symbol of the Vietnam War, serving as a vital lifeline in the dense jungles and hostile terrain. Used primarily for troop transport, medical evacuation ("dust off"), and fire support, its distinctive thumping rotor blades heralded aid and danger alike. The Huey's versatility and reliability under fire made it indispensable, ferrying troops into combat zones and evacuating wounded soldiers amid chaos. Its enduring legacy includes not only its pivotal role in military operations but also its cultural impact, forever ingrained in the collective memory of those who served and witnessed its unmistakable silhouette overhead.
