The
Academy 1/35 OH-58D Kiowa Warrior is a
plastic aircraft model kit of the light U.S. helicopter. Bell's Model 206 was one of the top three machines in the U.S. Army's LOH(Light Observation Helicopter) competition in 1960. The Allison T63-A-5 turboshaft engine in the 206 yielded a cruising speed of 110 knots with a 400 pound payload.
Afterward, the LOH program was on hold, but was opened again in 1967, and Bell's five-seat 206A Jet Ranger won that competition. The 206A was designated the OH-58A and deliveries to the U.S. Army began in May of 1969.
The OH-58A served in Vietnam from 1969, through the close of that conflict and beyond. It underwent many improvements, including its Infra-Red suppressing hot metal shroud, "Black Hole" exhaust stacks and the superior T-63-A-700 engine.
In 1981, Bell's Model 406/OH-58 won another U.S. Army competition, the AHIP(Army Helicopter Improvement Program). This led to the ultimate development of the OH-58D Armed Kiowa Warrior. "The OH-58D Armed Kiowa Warrior is the world's most advanced integrated armed reconnaissance system"
Various weapons included.
Fully engraved panel lines & rivet details.
Highly detailed engine & rotor assembly.
Manufacturer:
Academy Model:
2197 OH-58D Kiowa Warrior Scale: 1/35
