{"product_id":"corgi-us50405-1-48-bell-uh-1c-huey-medevac-us-army-unsung-heroes-vietnam-series-ii","title":"Corgi US50405 1:48 Bell UH-1C Huey Medevac US Army Unsung Heroes Vietnam Series II","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA 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.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of Corgi's Unsung Heroes Vietnam Series II, US50405 depicts the iconic utility helicopter in a restrained olive-drab Medevac finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedical 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFact Sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corgi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unsung Heroes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRange:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vietnam Series II\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e US50405\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bell UH-1C Iroquois Huey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medevac helicopter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCampaign \/ Event:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vietnam War\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Battlefield medical evacuation and utility helicopter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States Army \/ United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:48\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6,500 pieces worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2001\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 13.25\" or 33.7 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Rotor Span):\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 11\" or 27.9 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Mint (10\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe model is in mint condition. Please note that the model is meant to look worn in some areas as part of the detailing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMissing the certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Excellent (8\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor the age, the box is in excellent condition with some shelf wear being present to the corners\/edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAny 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.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Corgi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57744662397310,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_5022.jpg?v=1784934084","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-us50405-1-48-bell-uh-1c-huey-medevac-us-army-unsung-heroes-vietnam-series-ii","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}