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MH-60L DAP U.S. Special Forces Attack Helicopter

Item No. ICM48366

Description

The MH-60L DAP (Direct Action Penetrator) is an attack helicopter developed in the early 1990s for U.S. Special Operations Forces. It was created in response to the need of the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR) Night Stalkers for an armed escort helicopter for transport aircraft. Existing AH-1 and AH-64 attack helicopters were not well suited to operating alongside transport helicopters, so the standard MH-60L was adapted into a powerful gunship.

The MH-60L DAP was designed to escort transport helicopters, provide direct fire support, engage armoured vehicles, and suppress enemy air defences in all weather conditions, day and night. Its main weapons included laser-guided AGM-114 Hellfire missiles and the 30 mm M230 Chain Gun. The Hellfire missiles allowed it to engage armoured targets, while the M230, with a rate of fire of up to 625 rounds per minute, was effective against light armoured vehicles, trucks, and infantry.

An FLIR turret with a laser rangefinder/designator was mounted beneath the nose for weapon targeting. Integrated with the pilots’ helmet-mounted displays, the system allowed weapons to be aimed by turning the pilot’s head.

Key Features
  • Legendary MH-60L attach helicopter operated by U.S. Special Operations Forces
  • Includes AGM-114 Hellfire guided missiles and an M230 cannon
  • Accurately reproduced geometry corresponding to the original helicopter
  • Two options for reproducing the aerial refuelling system
  • Painting schemes and decals with two marking options for the helicopters

Model Information
  • Scale: 1:48
  • Number of Parts: 300
  • Length: 421 mm
  • Width: 343 mm
  • Includes detailed assembly instructions
  • Highly detailed sprues with high accuracy made from quality plastic
  • EAN: 4823044412310
  • Carton quantity: 12
  • Box size: 410 x 260 x 55 mm

Specifications

Brand
ICM
Category
Plastic Model Kits
Scale
1:48
Model Type
Helicopters
Aircraft Type
Attack Aircraft
Nationality
American
Era
1990s
Kit Type
Assembly Kit
New Release
Yes

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MH-60L DAP U.S. Special Forces Attack Helicopter

Item No. ICM48366
The MH-60L DAP (Direct Action Penetrator) is an attack helicopter developed in the early 1990s for U.S. Special Operations Forces. It was created in response to the need of the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR) Night Stalkers for an armed escort helicopter for transport aircraft.

Description

The MH-60L DAP (Direct Action Penetrator) is an attack helicopter developed in the early 1990s for U.S. Special Operations Forces. It was created in response to the need of the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR) Night Stalkers for an armed escort helicopter for transport aircraft. Existing AH-1 and AH-64 attack helicopters were not well suited to operating alongside transport helicopters, so the standard MH-60L was adapted into a powerful gunship.

The MH-60L DAP was designed to escort transport helicopters, provide direct fire support, engage armoured vehicles, and suppress enemy air defences in all weather conditions, day and night. Its main weapons included laser-guided AGM-114 Hellfire missiles and the 30 mm M230 Chain Gun. The Hellfire missiles allowed it to engage armoured targets, while the M230, with a rate of fire of up to 625 rounds per minute, was effective against light armoured vehicles, trucks, and infantry.

An FLIR turret with a laser rangefinder/designator was mounted beneath the nose for weapon targeting. Integrated with the pilots’ helmet-mounted displays, the system allowed weapons to be aimed by turning the pilot’s head.

Key Features
  • Legendary MH-60L attach helicopter operated by U.S. Special Operations Forces
  • Includes AGM-114 Hellfire guided missiles and an M230 cannon
  • Accurately reproduced geometry corresponding to the original helicopter
  • Two options for reproducing the aerial refuelling system
  • Painting schemes and decals with two marking options for the helicopters

Model Information
  • Scale: 1:48
  • Number of Parts: 300
  • Length: 421 mm
  • Width: 343 mm
  • Includes detailed assembly instructions
  • Highly detailed sprues with high accuracy made from quality plastic
  • EAN: 4823044412310
  • Carton quantity: 12
  • Box size: 410 x 260 x 55 mm

Specifications

Brand
ICM
Category
Plastic Model Kits
Scale
1:48
Model Type
Helicopters
Aircraft Type
Attack Aircraft
Nationality
American
Era
1990s
Kit Type
Assembly Kit
New Release
Yes