A substantial and highly detailed 1:48 scale diecast representation of a United States Army Bell UH-1C Huey configured for battlefield medical evacuation during the Vietnam War. Released as part of Corgi's Unsung Heroes Vietnam Series II, US50405 depicts the iconic utility helicopter in a restrained olive-drab Medevac finish.
The Bell UH-1 Iroquois, universally known as the “Huey”, became one of the aircraft most closely associated with the Vietnam War. It was used for troop transport, casualty evacuation, command and control, resupply, reconnaissance and armed support across a vast and often difficult operational environment.
Medical evacuation helicopters provided a vital connection between troops in the field and military treatment facilities. Their crews frequently entered contested landing zones to recover wounded personnel, allowing casualties to receive specialist medical care far more quickly than would otherwise have been possible.
The model is finished in dark olive drab with subdued United States Army markings. A prominent red medical cross appears across the lower nose glazing, accompanied by white “Hope United” artwork above it. The open side-cabin arrangement reveals the interior and emphasises the aircraft's medical evacuation role.
The UH-1C was developed to provide improved performance over earlier members of the Huey family. Its broader rotor system and uprated powerplant were especially valuable in hot conditions and when operating with heavy loads, although the type is more commonly associated with armed and support duties.
Limited to 6,500 pieces worldwide, this Corgi release features extensive diecast construction, large cockpit and cabin glazing, detailed crew positions, opening or exposed cabin areas, skid landing gear and a broad rotating main rotor. Its medical markings and comparatively restrained finish make it a distinctive alternative to the more heavily armed Huey releases.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Unsung Heroes
Range: Vietnam Series II
Model code: US50405
Aircraft: Bell UH-1C Iroquois Huey
Configuration: Medevac helicopter
Campaign / Event: Vietnam War
Role: Battlefield medical evacuation and utility helicopter
Operator / Country: United States Army / United States
Scale: 1:48
Limited Edition Size: 6,500 pieces worldwide
Release Period: 2001
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: Limited edition release, olive-drab US Army finish, prominent red-cross medical markings, Hope United nose artwork, extensive cockpit and cabin glazing, detailed interior, open side-cabin configuration, skid landing gear, detailed tail rotor and rotating main rotor
Model Dimensions
Length: Approximately 13.25" or 33.7 cm
Width (Rotor Span): Approximately 11" or 27.9 cm