Trumpeter 03454 CH-46E Sea Knight 1/700 – plastic model helicopter for assembly

Trumpeter 03454 CH-46E Sea Knight 1/700 is a high-quality plastic model of a transport helicopter, designed for scale modeling enthusiasts in 1/700 scale. This detailed kit allows you to build a miniature of the legendary American CH-46E helicopter, which is currently one of the icons of military aviation worldwide.

The CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter model as offered by Trumpeter is intended for those interested in military subjects, as well as for collectors of 1/700 scale ship models, where these helicopters formed part of the equipment of landing craft and aircraft carriers. Notably, the CH-46E Sea Knight was the primary transport helicopter of the United States Marine Corps (USMC), used mainly for rapid troop transport and medical evacuation.

• Scale: 1/700
• User country: United States of America (USMC, US Navy)
• Area of use: The helicopter was widely used by the USMC and US Navy on board LPD, LPH type amphibious ships, as well as on aircraft carriers in war zones – during the Vietnam War, Middle Eastern conflicts, as well as humanitarian operations around the globe.
• Period of use: from the 1960s (Cold War) until 2015 (modern era). The CH-46E Sea Knight remained in service until its official withdrawal from the USMC in August 2015.
• Material: high quality plastic
• Extras: the set includes clear parts imitating canopies, cockpit and rotor details; the model does not include photo-etched or resin parts.
• Category: Plastic model helicopter for assembly
• Difficulty level: 1/5 – very easy, also dedicated for beginner modelers as well as to complement 1/700 scale ship model collections.

The Trumpeter 03454 CH-46E Sea Knight 1/700 model is recommended for all modelers who value high-quality details, precision of workmanship, and compatibility with warship models. It works great as a realistic addition to the decks of amphibious ships or aircraft carriers. The small number of parts, thoughtful design, and excellent detail reproduction make this model an excellent choice for beginners, youth, and 1/700 scale collectors. Trumpeter guarantees high quality and satisfaction from assembly even in such a small scale.