{"product_id":"62851-amp-48012-piasecki-hup-1-148","title":"AMP 48012 Piasecki HUP-1 1\/48","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAMP 48012 Piasecki HUP-1 1\/48 – plastic helicopter model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAMP 48012 Piasecki HUP-1\u003c\/strong\u003e helicopter model kit in 1\/48 scale is a unique offering for aviation modeling enthusiasts and military history buffs. This set replicates the legendary machine that played an important role in the development of helicopter aviation worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical and technical information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Piasecki HUP-1, also known as the \u003cstrong\u003eRetriever\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an American multi-purpose transport helicopter designed in the late 1940s by the Piasecki Helicopter Corporation (now Boeing Vertol). It entered service mainly with the \u003cstrong\u003eUnited States Navy (US Navy)\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Canadian Navy\u003c\/strong\u003e. It was used between \u003cstrong\u003e1949–1964\u003c\/strong\u003e, which was during the Cold War era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe HUP-1 type helicopter became well known for its innovative tandem rotor layout and its capability to perform a variety of missions, such as medical evacuation, cargo transport, and sea rescue. It took part in many missions, both in training and real SAR (Search and Rescue) operations, as well as logistical actions, mainly on board US Navy aircraft carriers and amphibious ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eSet details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: \u003cstrong\u003e1\/48\u003c\/strong\u003e – excellent for achieving realistic details and showcasing in a model collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-quality plastic\u003c\/strong\u003e – ensures smooth surfaces and ease of processing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eManufacturer: \u003cstrong\u003eAMP\u003c\/strong\u003e – valued for historical accuracy and casting precision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBox contents: complete sprues with plastic parts, clear assembly instructions, decals with authentic markings (US Navy\/Canadian Navy).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExtras: the set \u003cstrong\u003edoes not include\u003c\/strong\u003e glue or paints – to be purchased separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: \u003cstrong\u003eplastic model kit\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eRecommendation and difficulty level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAMP 48012 Piasecki HUP-1\u003c\/strong\u003e model kit is recommended for both intermediate and experienced modelers (difficulty level \u003cstrong\u003e3\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e). This is a unique choice for helicopter enthusiasts from the Cold War era and military model collectors. It is perfect for building a realistic USA or Canadian Navy diorama, as well as a stand-alone display piece showcasing a rarely modeled aircraft from the 1950s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AMP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54723672277326,"sku":"AMP48012","price":58.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/c23d0c0551e8bed2fa4a88ec2a7c9359.jpg?v=1755563066","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.es\/en\/products\/62851-amp-48012-piasecki-hup-1-148","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}