UH-60M Black Hawk 1/35 Kit - Academy (12135)
Features
- Built model is approximately 22.25" long (including rotors) with a rotor span of 18.5"
- Can be built with the port engine bay open to reveal a detailed engine
- Rotors can spin
- Cabin includes 10 seats
- Cockpit has a pair of armored seats with sliding side armor protection
- Decals for five different versions
- Glue and paint are not included
The UH-60 Black Hawk is a versatile, twin-engine utility helicopter developed by Sikorsky Aircraft for the U.S. Army. Introduced in 1979, it serves as the Army's primary tactical transport helicopter. Designed for performance, durability, and flexibility, the UH-60 can carry 11 fully equipped troops or over 2,600 pounds of cargo internally, and up to 9,000 pounds externally via sling load. It features advanced avionics, a four-blade main rotor, and can reach speeds over 180 mph. The Black Hawk is used in a wide range of missions, including troop transport, medical evacuation (MEDEVAC), command and control, and aerial assault. It can be armed with machine guns and fitted with advanced defensive systems. The UH-60 has proven its reliability in combat, disaster relief, and humanitarian missions worldwide. Its adaptability, survivability, and performance have made it a vital asset in modern military operations, with numerous variants serving across U.S. and allied forces.
