Heller 58302 - 1:72 E-2C Hawkeye Marine Nationale kit with paints

1:72 scale E-2C Hawkeye Marine Nationale plastic model kit – starter set with paints

The E-2C Hawkeye is a carrier-based airborne early warning and control aircraft serving as a flying command centre for naval task forces. Operated by the French Navy from the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle, it provides airspace surveillance, early threat detection and fighter coordination. This 1:72 scale Heller 58302 kit represents the distinctive Hawkeye with its large rotating radar dome and comes in a version that includes paints to begin the project.

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: approx. 24.5 cm
• Wingspan: approx. 34.2 cm
• Manufacturer: Heller
• French Marine Nationale markings
• Paints included in the set

Model technical data:

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: approx. 24.5 cm
• Manufacturer: Heller
• Skill level: intermediate

Warning: The kit does not include glue or modelling tools. Assembly required.

Assembly

The kit contains plastic parts to build the fuselage, wings, twin turboprop engines and the distinctive radar dome. Decals allow finishing the model in authentic French Navy service markings. The included paints make it easier to complete the basic colour scheme of this carrier-based aircraft.

Required tools:

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files and sanding paper
• Paint brushes
• Plastic cement

About the E-2C Hawkeye:

The E-2 Hawkeye was developed in the United States as a carrier-based airborne early warning aircraft for the US Navy. The E-2C version introduced the AN/APS-145 radar housed in a large rotating radome above the fuselage. Powered by two turboprop engines, the aircraft is capable of long endurance patrol missions. France is the only export operator of the Hawkeye, using it to support naval and air operations at sea.

Technical data of the original aircraft:

• Length: 17.6 m
• Wingspan: 24.6 m
• Powerplant: 2 × Allison T56-A-425 turboprop engines
• Crew: 5
• Maximum speed: approx. 600 km/h

About the manufacturer:

Heller is a French plastic model kit manufacturer with a long tradition. The company offers a wide range of aircraft, vehicle and ship kits, including many subjects connected with French military aviation.