Italeri 90160 - 1:72 AH-1W Super Cobra

Italeri 90160 – Bell AH-1W Super Cobra, 1:72 helicopter model kit

Italeri 90160 is a self-assembly model of the Bell AH-1W Super Cobra attack helicopter in 1:72 scale. It is a reissue of a proven Italeri mould.

What's in the box:

• Injection-moulded plastic parts
• Clear sprue
• Full set of underwing armament (missiles and rocket pods)
• Decals with marking options per the instructions
• Illustrated assembly instructions

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Product code: 90160
• Manufacturer: Italeri
• Assembled fuselage length: approx. 193 mm, main rotor diameter: approx. 203 mm
• Difficulty: intermediate

Note: the set does not include glue, paints or modelling tools. The model is intended for self-assembly.

Assembly:

Before gluing, we recommend dry-fitting the parts and gently cleaning up the gate marks. It is worth painting the interior and small details before closing up the sub-assemblies.

We recommend applying the decals over a gloss coat, which limits the risk of decal silvering, and after drying sealing them with a matt or satin coat.

Required tools:

• Modelling nippers
• Modelling knife or scalpel
• Files and sandpaper
• Plastic cement
• Precise modelling tweezers
• Primer, brushes and modelling paints
• Modelling wash to emphasise details

About the helicopter – Bell AH-1W Super Cobra:

The Bell AH-1W Super Cobra is a two-seat attack helicopter, a development of the AH-1 Cobra family, used primarily by the United States Marine Corps. Powered by two turboshaft engines, it carries a wide range of armament: a cannon, anti-tank guided missiles, air-to-air missiles and unguided rockets. It proved itself in many conflicts as a close-support aircraft.

Specifications (Bell AH-1W Super Cobra):

• Fuselage length: approx. 13.9 m
• Main rotor diameter: approx. 14.6 m
• Crew: 2
• Powerplant: two General Electric T700 turboshaft engines
• Armament: 20 mm cannon and underwing missiles and rockets (including TOW, Hellfire, Sidewinder, Zuni)

About the manufacturer – Italeri:

Italeri is an Italian manufacturer of plastic models in business since 1962, offering a wide range of aircraft, military vehicles, trucks and ships in popular scales. The brand is valued for its accessibility and wide availability in model shops.