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Corgi US50405 1:48 Bell UH-1C Huey Medevac US Army Unsung Heroes Vietnam Series II

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Limited edition 6500 worldwide
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Description

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

Condition

Model Condition - Mint (10/10)

  • The model is in mint condition. Please note that the model is meant to look worn in some areas as part of the detailing.
  • Missing the certificate of authenticity.

Box condition - Excellent (8/10)

  • For the age, the box is in excellent condition with some shelf wear being present to the corners/edges.

Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.

Any imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

Condition

This model has sold. Its condition details have been removed because they described the specific item that was available. If another example becomes available, it will be inspected and listed with its own condition details and photographs.

Grading

Grading Criteria

Our grading is based mainly on the physical condition of the model itself, including paintwork, attached parts, repairs, visible wear and overall presentation. Box condition and missing separate accessories are noted separately where applicable.


Mint (10/10)
- As new, with no visible flaws to the model itself.


Near Mint (9/10)
- Very light signs of handling, storage or display only.


Excellent (8/10)
- Light wear or a few tiny marks, but still displays very well.


Very Good (7/10)
- Noticeable wear, small chips or rubs, but still presentable as a display piece.


Good (6/10)
- Obvious overall wear, visible marks or paint loss; better suited as a display or filler piece.


Fair (5/10)
- Heavy wear, larger areas of paint loss, repairs or clearly visible flaws.


Spares / Repairs (4/10 or below)
- Significant damage, missing attached parts, broken components or best suited for restoration/spares.


If a separate accessory, stand, leaflet, certificate or optional part is missing, this will be mentioned in the listing notes. The model may still receive a high grade if the model itself remains in strong condition.

For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Condition Grading page.

Shipping

Dispatch & Tracking

Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.

If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.

Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.


UK Delivery

  • Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.

  • Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.

  • Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.


International Delivery

We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.

  • Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.

  • Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.

 

Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.

If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.


Import Duties & Taxes

For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.

Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.

If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.


We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.

Returns

Returns

You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.

Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.

We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.

To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.

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Description

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

Condition

Model Condition - Mint (10/10)

  • The model is in mint condition. Please note that the model is meant to look worn in some areas as part of the detailing.
  • Missing the certificate of authenticity.

Box condition - Excellent (8/10)

  • For the age, the box is in excellent condition with some shelf wear being present to the corners/edges.

Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.

Any imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

Condition

This model has sold. Its condition details have been removed because they described the specific item that was available. If another example becomes available, it will be inspected and listed with its own condition details and photographs.

Grading

Grading Criteria

Our grading is based mainly on the physical condition of the model itself, including paintwork, attached parts, repairs, visible wear and overall presentation. Box condition and missing separate accessories are noted separately where applicable.


Mint (10/10)
- As new, with no visible flaws to the model itself.


Near Mint (9/10)
- Very light signs of handling, storage or display only.


Excellent (8/10)
- Light wear or a few tiny marks, but still displays very well.


Very Good (7/10)
- Noticeable wear, small chips or rubs, but still presentable as a display piece.


Good (6/10)
- Obvious overall wear, visible marks or paint loss; better suited as a display or filler piece.


Fair (5/10)
- Heavy wear, larger areas of paint loss, repairs or clearly visible flaws.


Spares / Repairs (4/10 or below)
- Significant damage, missing attached parts, broken components or best suited for restoration/spares.


If a separate accessory, stand, leaflet, certificate or optional part is missing, this will be mentioned in the listing notes. The model may still receive a high grade if the model itself remains in strong condition.

For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Condition Grading page.

Shipping

Dispatch & Tracking

Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.

If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.

Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.


UK Delivery

  • Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.

  • Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.

  • Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.


International Delivery

We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.

  • Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.

  • Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.

 

Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.

If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.


Import Duties & Taxes

For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.

Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.

If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.


We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.

Returns

Returns

You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.

Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.

We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.

To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.