Boeing AH-64D Apache 1st BN, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade Afghanistan 2011, 1:72 Scale Diecast Model

• Air Power Series
• Realistic collectible model
• Diecast & plastic parts
• Highly detailed, moveable components.
• Display stand included.
• Measures approximately: 8.75” L x 7.25” rotor diameter
• Display model, recommended for adult hobbyists and collectors, 14 years and above

The AH-64D Apache Longbow is equipped with a glass cockpit and advanced sensors, the most noticeable of which being the AN/APG-78 Longbow millimeter-wave fire-control radar (FCR) target acquisition system and the Radar Frequency Interferometer (RFI), housed in a dome located above the main rotor. The radome's raised position enables target detection while the helicopter is behind obstacles (e.g. terrain, trees or buildings). The AN/APG-78 is capable of simultaneously tracking up to 128 targets and engaging up to 16 at once; an attack can be initiated within 30 seconds. A radio modem integrated with the sensor suite allows data to be shared with ground units and other Apaches, allowing them to fire on targets detected by a single helicopter.

In late 2010 the 1st Battalion, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade along with 4 other units deployed to Afghanistan in support of “Operation Enduring Freedom XI”. These units were dispersed to various locations throughout the country with the 1-10 Aviation going to Base Salerno, Khost Province, Afghanistan as Task Force “Tigershark”. The AH-64 Apaches were tasked with security and reconnaissance mission over eastern Afghanistan. The 10th CAB Apache helicopters also provide aerial surveillance and close combat attack capabilities in support ground forces.

This highly detailed Hobby Master model is a replica of an AH-64D #290 from the 1^st Battalion, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, supporting Operation Enduring Freedom, as part of Task Force “Tigershark” Afghanistan 2011.

As with most Hobby Master models, this Apache features engraved panel lines, antennas, surface details an opening canopy, a well-appointed cockpit (with instrumentation details), full weapons complement, optional-position landing gear, authentic squadron markings, and a display stand.