{"product_id":"sikorsky-ch-53e-super-stallion-helicopter-25-162523-hmh-461-ironhorse-hmm-365-rein-4th-meu-soc-kanda","title":"Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion Helicopter #25 \"162523 HMH-461 Ironhorse HMM-365 (Rein) 4th MEU (SOC) Kandahar Afghanistan Operation Enduring Freedom\" (2008) United States Marine Corps 1\/72 Diecast Model by Panzerkampf","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eBrand new 1\/72 scale diecast model of Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion Helicopter #25 \"162523, HMH-461 Ironhorse, HMM-365 (Rein), 4th MEU (SOC), Kandahar, Afghanistan, Operation Enduring Freedom\" (2008) United States Marine Corps die cast model by Panzerkampf.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eBrand new box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eDetailed exterior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eTrue-to-scale detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eComes with a display stand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eThis model does not have any openings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eManufacturer's original unopened packaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eMade of diecast metal with some plastic parts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eDimensions approximately L-16.5, Wingspan-13.25 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eDiecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eIt is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eRealistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eHISTORY ASPECTS:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eThe Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion was developed for the U.S. Marine Corps as a heavy-lift helicopter capable of transporting troops, vehicles, ammunition, artillery, and other oversized loads. Entering service in the early 1980s, the three-engine CH-53E became the Marine Corps’ principal heavy-lift platform, distinguished by its enormous size, seven-bladed main rotor, and exceptional lifting capability. Its ability to move large loads directly between ships, forward bases, and austere landing zones made it indispensable to Marine expeditionary operations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eBuNo 162523 was a CH-53E operated by Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 461 (HMH-461) “Ironhorse” and is documented with the squadron as aircraft CJ-15. During the 2008 Afghanistan deployment, it was associated with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 365 (Reinforced) [HMM-365 (REIN)] as part of the aviation combat element of the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit. The 24th MEU was redirected from its original maritime deployment to Afghanistan, where its aviation forces operated from Kandahar Airfield and forward locations including Camps Bastion and Dwyer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eDuring Operation Enduring Freedom in 2008, HMM-365 (REIN) conducted an exceptionally demanding range of missions in southern Afghanistan. Its CH-53Es supported troop insertion, extraction, resupply, casualty evacuation, and movement of personnel and equipment across the Helmand Province battlespace. The unit participated in Operation AZADA WOZA, including a major nighttime insertion of Marine infantry into the Garmsir District, a Taliban stronghold. The aviation combat element ultimately accumulated more than 3,000 combat sorties during the deployment, supporting Marines and other International Security Assistance Force units in some of Afghanistan’s most challenging terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eThis 1:72 scale model captures the imposing appearance and combat-support role of one of the Marine Corps’ most powerful helicopters, making it an excellent addition for collectors interested in U.S. Marine Corps aviation and the history of Operation Enduring Freedom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Panzerkampf","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53987882926387,"sku":"14060PA25","price":135.91,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/6094\/8019\/files\/14060PA25-L__99860.jpg?v=1788309562","url":"https:\/\/canadiandiecast.com\/products\/sikorsky-ch-53e-super-stallion-helicopter-25-162523-hmh-461-ironhorse-hmm-365-rein-4th-meu-soc-kanda","provider":"Canadian Die Cast","version":"1.0","type":"link"}