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Corgi US51902 1:48 Bell H-13 Sioux US Army Medical Service Corps MASH Korean War
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Preowned - Mint (10/10)
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Description
A highly detailed 1:48 scale diecast representation of the Bell H-13 Sioux, one of the defining medical evacuation helicopters of the Korean War. Released as part of Corgi's Aviation Archive Forgotten Heroes range, US51902 represents a United States Army Medical Service Corps aircraft operating in support of a Mobile Army Surgical Hospital.
The H-13 became closely associated with battlefield medical evacuation during the Korean War. Its compact size allowed crews to reach casualties in difficult terrain before transporting them rapidly to nearby surgical hospitals, considerably reducing the time between injury and specialist medical treatment.
This release is associated with Second Lieutenant Byron Howlett Jr., who flew H-13 helicopters while stationed with the 46th Surgical Hospital MASH near the Punchbowl. Pilots frequently operated in poor visibility, freezing temperatures and seasonal monsoon conditions while carrying wounded personnel from frontline areas.
The model recreates the unmistakable appearance of the Bell H-13 with its large transparent bubble canopy, exposed tubular tail structure and two-bladed main rotor. Twin external stretcher litters are fitted alongside the cabin, while US Army medical markings and the restrained olive-drab finish reflect its battlefield role.
Developed from the civilian Bell Model 47, the H-13 was used for observation, liaison, training and medical evacuation. Its simple construction, skid landing gear and excellent low-speed handling made it particularly well suited to operating from small improvised landing areas close to frontline positions.
Limited to 15,000 pieces worldwide, this substantial Corgi release features extensive diecast construction, a detailed transparent cockpit, exposed engine and tail-boom components, twin medical stretchers and a large rotating main rotor. The open structure and fine external detailing make it an especially distinctive Korean War display model.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Forgotten Heroes
Model code: US51902
Aircraft: Bell H-13 Sioux
Pilot: Second Lieutenant Byron Howlett Jr.
Unit: United States Army Medical Service Corps
Associated Hospital: 46th Surgical Hospital MASH
Campaign / Event: Korean War
Role: Medical evacuation, observation and liaison helicopter
Operator / Country: United States Army / United States
Scale: 1:48
Limited Edition Size: 15,000 pieces worldwide
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: Authentic US Army Medical Service Corps markings, olive-drab finish, large transparent bubble canopy, detailed cockpit, exposed tubular tail boom, visible engine components, twin external medical stretchers, skid landing gear and rotating main rotor
Model Dimensions
Length: 10.75" or 27.3 cm
Width (Rotor Span): 9.25" or 23.5 cm
Condition
Model Condition - Mint (10/10)
- Comes complete.
Box condition - Good (6/10)
- The box has some shelf wear to the corners/edges.
- One side has a rip on the corner as shown in the images.
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
Dispatch & Tracking
Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed.
Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel through our Track Your Order page, also available from the main menu.
UK Delivery
- Royal Mail Tracked 48 — £4.20
Usually delivered within 2–3 working days. Available for orders below £100. - Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.20 or FREE on orders of £100 or more
Aims for delivery on the next working day after dispatch. - Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50 or FREE on orders of £200 or more
Guaranteed delivery by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the United Kingdom, with parcels insured up to the full order value.
Estimated delivery times after dispatch:
- Europe: usually 3–5 business days.
- Rest of the world: usually 6–7 business days.
Add your models to the cart and enter your delivery address to view the available services and postage costs. Shipping is automatically combined by weight when purchasing multiple models.
Import Duties & Taxes
For supported destinations, any applicable duties and taxes are calculated and shown at checkout after you enter your delivery address. These charges are collected with your order and the parcel is sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due upon delivery.
Duty-paid delivery is currently available where shown at checkout for:
- United States
- Norway and Switzerland
- Selected European destinations: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not shown and collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). The recipient may therefore need to pay local import duties, taxes or handling charges before delivery.
Every model is carefully packaged to help ensure it arrives safely and securely.
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.
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Corgi US51902 1:48 Bell H-13 Sioux US Army Medical Service Corps MASH Korean War
Sale price£65.00 GBP
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Description
A highly detailed 1:48 scale diecast representation of the Bell H-13 Sioux, one of the defining medical evacuation helicopters of the Korean War. Released as part of Corgi's Aviation Archive Forgotten Heroes range, US51902 represents a United States Army Medical Service Corps aircraft operating in support of a Mobile Army Surgical Hospital.
The H-13 became closely associated with battlefield medical evacuation during the Korean War. Its compact size allowed crews to reach casualties in difficult terrain before transporting them rapidly to nearby surgical hospitals, considerably reducing the time between injury and specialist medical treatment.
This release is associated with Second Lieutenant Byron Howlett Jr., who flew H-13 helicopters while stationed with the 46th Surgical Hospital MASH near the Punchbowl. Pilots frequently operated in poor visibility, freezing temperatures and seasonal monsoon conditions while carrying wounded personnel from frontline areas.
The model recreates the unmistakable appearance of the Bell H-13 with its large transparent bubble canopy, exposed tubular tail structure and two-bladed main rotor. Twin external stretcher litters are fitted alongside the cabin, while US Army medical markings and the restrained olive-drab finish reflect its battlefield role.
Developed from the civilian Bell Model 47, the H-13 was used for observation, liaison, training and medical evacuation. Its simple construction, skid landing gear and excellent low-speed handling made it particularly well suited to operating from small improvised landing areas close to frontline positions.
Limited to 15,000 pieces worldwide, this substantial Corgi release features extensive diecast construction, a detailed transparent cockpit, exposed engine and tail-boom components, twin medical stretchers and a large rotating main rotor. The open structure and fine external detailing make it an especially distinctive Korean War display model.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Forgotten Heroes
Model code: US51902
Aircraft: Bell H-13 Sioux
Pilot: Second Lieutenant Byron Howlett Jr.
Unit: United States Army Medical Service Corps
Associated Hospital: 46th Surgical Hospital MASH
Campaign / Event: Korean War
Role: Medical evacuation, observation and liaison helicopter
Operator / Country: United States Army / United States
Scale: 1:48
Limited Edition Size: 15,000 pieces worldwide
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: Authentic US Army Medical Service Corps markings, olive-drab finish, large transparent bubble canopy, detailed cockpit, exposed tubular tail boom, visible engine components, twin external medical stretchers, skid landing gear and rotating main rotor
Model Dimensions
Length: 10.75" or 27.3 cm
Width (Rotor Span): 9.25" or 23.5 cm
Condition
Model Condition - Mint (10/10)
- Comes complete.
Box condition - Good (6/10)
- The box has some shelf wear to the corners/edges.
- One side has a rip on the corner as shown in the images.
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
Dispatch & Tracking
Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed.
Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel through our Track Your Order page, also available from the main menu.
UK Delivery
- Royal Mail Tracked 48 — £4.20
Usually delivered within 2–3 working days. Available for orders below £100. - Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.20 or FREE on orders of £100 or more
Aims for delivery on the next working day after dispatch. - Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50 or FREE on orders of £200 or more
Guaranteed delivery by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the United Kingdom, with parcels insured up to the full order value.
Estimated delivery times after dispatch:
- Europe: usually 3–5 business days.
- Rest of the world: usually 6–7 business days.
Add your models to the cart and enter your delivery address to view the available services and postage costs. Shipping is automatically combined by weight when purchasing multiple models.
Import Duties & Taxes
For supported destinations, any applicable duties and taxes are calculated and shown at checkout after you enter your delivery address. These charges are collected with your order and the parcel is sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due upon delivery.
Duty-paid delivery is currently available where shown at checkout for:
- United States
- Norway and Switzerland
- Selected European destinations: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not shown and collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). The recipient may therefore need to pay local import duties, taxes or handling charges before delivery.
Every model is carefully packaged to help ensure it arrives safely and securely.
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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