Italeri 91035 - 1:72 HH-53C Super Jolly Green Giant

Plastic model kit of the HH-53C Super Jolly Green Giant in 1:72 scale

Italeri 91035 represents the HH-53C Super Jolly Green Giant in 1:72 scale – a heavy combat search and rescue (CSAR) helicopter operated by the United States Air Force. The aircraft was designed to recover downed aircrews from hostile territory.

Model technical data:

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: approx. 31 cm
• Rotor diameter: approx. 31 cm
• Manufacturer: Italeri
• Skill level: Intermediate

• USAF HH-53C version
• Large fuselage with external fuel sponsons
• Rescue equipment details
• Detailed cockpit
• Characteristic landing gear and tail boom
• Material: plastic

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints or modeling tools. Assembly and painting are required.

Assembly

The kit allows construction of the heavy helicopter with its large main rotor and distinctive fuselage. The 1:72 scale provides a realistic representation of this iconic rescue aircraft.

Required tools

• Modeling knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sandpaper
• Paint brushes
• Plastic cement
• Model paints suitable for USAF Vietnam-era helicopters
• Optional cyanoacrylate glue (for metal or resin parts)

About the HH-53C Super Jolly Green Giant:

The HH-53C was a combat search and rescue version of the CH-53 Sea Stallion. Equipped with additional fuel tanks and defensive systems, it was capable of long-range operations over hostile territory. The helicopter played a significant role during the Vietnam War, rescuing numerous downed pilots.

Technical data of the original aircraft:

• Rotor diameter: 22.02 m
• Length: 26.97 m
• Engines: 2 × turboshaft engines
• Crew: 4–6
• Operator: United States Air Force

Manufacturer – Italeri

Italeri is a well-known plastic model manufacturer offering a wide range of military aircraft and helicopter kits in popular scales.