Airfix Westland Wessex HC.2 - 1:72

Westland Wessex HC.2 Airfix 1:72 Scale Model Kit

The Airfix Westland Wessex HC.2 1:72 scale model kit is a detailed plastic kit ideal for beginner to intermediate modellers looking to build a striking military helicopter. With 134 precision parts and three authentic paint scheme options, this kit allows hobbyists to recreate the Westland Wessex HC.2 in RAF, No.2 Flying Training School, or Armada Nacional del Uruguay liveries.

The Westland Wessex HC.2 is a turbine-powered development of the classic Sikorsky S-58 ‘Choctaw’ helicopter, entering RAF service in 1962. These versatile helicopters performed troop transport, supply missions, air evacuation, and high-profile Air Sea Rescue duties. Known for its operational flexibility, the Wessex could access areas other aircraft could not, making it a pivotal aircraft in British military aviation history.

This 1:72 scale Airfix model includes a plastic kit, instruction sheet, paint layout guide, and decals for realistic detailing. Once assembled, the helicopter measures approximately 29.1cm in length and 23.8cm in width. Ideal for military aviation model collectors, dioramas, or tabletop wargaming enthusiasts, the Westland Wessex HC.2 kit delivers a highly accurate and rewarding modelling experience. 

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