Description
The AH-6J Little Bird is a light attack helicopter operated by U.S. Special Operations Forces, most notably the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (160th SOAR, âNight Stalkersâ). Nicknamed the âKiller Eggâ, it was developed from the civilian MD 530F to provide close fire support for special operations units.
The helicopter features a compact airframe constructed from aluminium alloys. The pilots are seated at the front of the cabin, with the avionics compartment located beneath the forward cabin floor and fuel tanks positioned at the rear. The AH-6J was the first Little Bird variant to introduce fully standardised equipment across the entire fleet.
In terms of armament, the AH-6J could be equipped with M134 Miniguns or GAU-19 multi-barrel machine guns, as well as Hydra 70 or FFAR unguided rockets mounted on external hardpoints. It was also capable of carrying AGM-114 Hellfire or TOW guided missiles. Thanks to its small size, the helicopter is highly manoeuvrable and capable of operating in confined environments, including landing on rooftops and other restricted areas.
Key Features
Markings Available
Model Information
The helicopter features a compact airframe constructed from aluminium alloys. The pilots are seated at the front of the cabin, with the avionics compartment located beneath the forward cabin floor and fuel tanks positioned at the rear. The AH-6J was the first Little Bird variant to introduce fully standardised equipment across the entire fleet.
In terms of armament, the AH-6J could be equipped with M134 Miniguns or GAU-19 multi-barrel machine guns, as well as Hydra 70 or FFAR unguided rockets mounted on external hardpoints. It was also capable of carrying AGM-114 Hellfire or TOW guided missiles. Thanks to its small size, the helicopter is highly manoeuvrable and capable of operating in confined environments, including landing on rooftops and other restricted areas.
Key Features
- Detailed model of the Little Bird attack helicopterÂ
- Highly accurate representation of the aircraftâs geometry, true to the originalÂ
- Optional antenna configurations for different variantsÂ
- Includes a range of armament options: two types of machine guns (M134 Minigun and GAU-19) and unguided rockets in 7- and 19-tube podsÂ
- Decal sheet with authentic markings for AH-6J helicopters of the 160th SOAR
Markings Available
- AH-6J Little Bird 90-25362, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne), Somalia, autumn 1993
- AH-6J Little Bird 90-25357, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne), Somalia, autumn 1993
- AH-6J Little Bird 89-25355, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne), 1990s
- AH-6J Little Bird 90-25361, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne), 1990s
Model Information
- Scale: 1:48
- Number of Parts:Â 215
- Length:Â 182 mm
- Width:Â 166 mm
- Includes detailed assembly instructions
- Highly detailed sprues with high accuracy made from quality plastic
- EAN:Â 4823044412136
- Carton quantity:Â 20
- Box size:Â 410 x 260 x 55 mm
Specifications
- Brand
- ICM
- Category
- Plastic Model Kits
- Scale
- 1:48
- Model Type
- Helicopters
- Aircraft Type
- Helicopter
- Nationality
- American
- Era
- 1990s
- Kit Type
- Assembly Kit
- New Release
- Yes
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AH-6J Little Bird U.S Special Forces Attack Helicopter
Item No. ICM48370
The AH-6J Little Bird is a light attack helicopter operated by U.S. Special Operations Forces, most notably the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (160th SOAR, âNight Stalkersâ). Nicknamed the âKiller Eggâ, it was developed from the civilian MD 530F to provide close fire support for special
Description
The AH-6J Little Bird is a light attack helicopter operated by U.S. Special Operations Forces, most notably the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (160th SOAR, âNight Stalkersâ). Nicknamed the âKiller Eggâ, it was developed from the civilian MD 530F to provide close fire support for special operations units.
The helicopter features a compact airframe constructed from aluminium alloys. The pilots are seated at the front of the cabin, with the avionics compartment located beneath the forward cabin floor and fuel tanks positioned at the rear. The AH-6J was the first Little Bird variant to introduce fully standardised equipment across the entire fleet.
In terms of armament, the AH-6J could be equipped with M134 Miniguns or GAU-19 multi-barrel machine guns, as well as Hydra 70 or FFAR unguided rockets mounted on external hardpoints. It was also capable of carrying AGM-114 Hellfire or TOW guided missiles. Thanks to its small size, the helicopter is highly manoeuvrable and capable of operating in confined environments, including landing on rooftops and other restricted areas.
Key Features
Markings Available
Model Information
The helicopter features a compact airframe constructed from aluminium alloys. The pilots are seated at the front of the cabin, with the avionics compartment located beneath the forward cabin floor and fuel tanks positioned at the rear. The AH-6J was the first Little Bird variant to introduce fully standardised equipment across the entire fleet.
In terms of armament, the AH-6J could be equipped with M134 Miniguns or GAU-19 multi-barrel machine guns, as well as Hydra 70 or FFAR unguided rockets mounted on external hardpoints. It was also capable of carrying AGM-114 Hellfire or TOW guided missiles. Thanks to its small size, the helicopter is highly manoeuvrable and capable of operating in confined environments, including landing on rooftops and other restricted areas.
Key Features
- Detailed model of the Little Bird attack helicopterÂ
- Highly accurate representation of the aircraftâs geometry, true to the originalÂ
- Optional antenna configurations for different variantsÂ
- Includes a range of armament options: two types of machine guns (M134 Minigun and GAU-19) and unguided rockets in 7- and 19-tube podsÂ
- Decal sheet with authentic markings for AH-6J helicopters of the 160th SOAR
Markings Available
- AH-6J Little Bird 90-25362, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne), Somalia, autumn 1993
- AH-6J Little Bird 90-25357, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne), Somalia, autumn 1993
- AH-6J Little Bird 89-25355, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne), 1990s
- AH-6J Little Bird 90-25361, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne), 1990s
Model Information
- Scale: 1:48
- Number of Parts:Â 215
- Length:Â 182 mm
- Width:Â 166 mm
- Includes detailed assembly instructions
- Highly detailed sprues with high accuracy made from quality plastic
- EAN:Â 4823044412136
- Carton quantity:Â 20
- Box size:Â 410 x 260 x 55 mm
Specifications
- Brand
- ICM
- Category
- Plastic Model Kits
- Scale
- 1:48
- Model Type
- Helicopters
- Aircraft Type
- Helicopter
- Nationality
- American
- Era
- 1990s
- Kit Type
- Assembly Kit
- New Release
- Yes
