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Corgi US50405 1:48 Bell UH-1C Huey Medevac US Army Unsung Heroes Vietnam Series II
Preowned - Mint (10/10)
Limited Edition
6500
Pieces 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.
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
Goods will be shipped next day after the order is placed.
You can stay updated on your tracking information by clicking Track Your Order here. Alternatively, this can be located via the top menu under 'Track Your Order'.
Please allow extra time for delivery during the busy Christmas period.
UK Shipping
- Free Express Tracked Delivery (Royal Mail Tracked 24 – 1 Business day)
For orders over £100. - Free Premium Delivery (ParcelForce Express Tracked – 1 Business day)
For orders over £200. - Royal Mail Tracked 48 (2–3 working days) – £3.95
For orders under £100. - Royal Mail Express Tracked (1 business day) – £5.20
For orders under £100.
Worldwide
International shipping is available and fully insured up to the total order value. Add items to your cart and enter your delivery address in the cart to see postage before checkout. If you buy multiple items, the cart will automatically combine shipping costs based on item weight.
International Import Duties & Taxes
For selected duty-paid destinations, import duties and taxes are calculated and collected upfront at checkout. Where these charges are shown at checkout, your order will be shipped using a duty-paid service where available, helping to reduce the chance of additional import charges on delivery.
Selected European duty-paid destinations currently include Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
Duty-paid shipping may also be available for the United States, Norway and Switzerland where shown at checkout.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU), meaning import charges may be payable before delivery.
Products are packaged very well to ensure secure delivery and a happy customer.
Returns
- Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.
- Items must be returned in their original condition.
- Free UK customer returns.
- Non-UK customers are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe all items accurately to help you buy with confidence.
- Refunds are issued after inspection of the returned item.
For more information on returns, please visit our Returns Policy page.
Corgi US50405 1:48 Bell UH-1C Huey Medevac US Army Unsung Heroes Vietnam Series II
Sale price£60.00 GBP
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Corgi US50405 1:48 Bell UH-1C Huey Medevac US Army Unsung Heroes Vietnam Series II
Sale price£60.00 GBP
- Description
- Condition
- Grading
- Shipping
- Returns
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.
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
Goods will be shipped next day after the order is placed.
You can stay updated on your tracking information by clicking Track Your Order here. Alternatively, this can be located via the top menu under 'Track Your Order'.
Please allow extra time for delivery during the busy Christmas period.
UK Shipping
- Free Express Tracked Delivery (Royal Mail Tracked 24 – 1 Business day)
For orders over £100. - Free Premium Delivery (ParcelForce Express Tracked – 1 Business day)
For orders over £200. - Royal Mail Tracked 48 (2–3 working days) – £3.95
For orders under £100. - Royal Mail Express Tracked (1 business day) – £5.20
For orders under £100.
Worldwide
International shipping is available and fully insured up to the total order value. Add items to your cart and enter your delivery address in the cart to see postage before checkout. If you buy multiple items, the cart will automatically combine shipping costs based on item weight.
International Import Duties & Taxes
For selected duty-paid destinations, import duties and taxes are calculated and collected upfront at checkout. Where these charges are shown at checkout, your order will be shipped using a duty-paid service where available, helping to reduce the chance of additional import charges on delivery.
Selected European duty-paid destinations currently include Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
Duty-paid shipping may also be available for the United States, Norway and Switzerland where shown at checkout.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU), meaning import charges may be payable before delivery.
Products are packaged very well to ensure secure delivery and a happy customer.
Returns
- Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.
- Items must be returned in their original condition.
- Free UK customer returns.
- Non-UK customers are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe all items accurately to help you buy with confidence.
- Refunds are issued after inspection of the returned item.
For more information on returns, please visit our Returns Policy page.
If you need to return an item, please email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under “About & Help” in the top menu.
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