Rubicon Models 1:56 Scale Bell UH-1D / UH-1H ""Huey"" Military Helicopter - 280119

Name: Rubicon Models 1:56 Scale Bell UH-1D / UH-1H ""Huey"" Military Helicopter - 280119
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Rubicon Models 1:56 (28mm) Scale Bell UH-1D / UH-1H \""Huey\"" Military Helicopter - 280119\nThe Bell UH-1 Iroquois (nicknamed \u201CHuey\u201D) is a utility military helicopter designed and produced by the American aerospace company Bell Helicopter.It is the first member of the prolific Huey family, as well as the first turbine-powered helicopter in service with the United States military.\nDevelopment of the Iroquois started in the early 1950s, a major impetus being a requirement issuedby the United States Army for a new medical evacuation and utility helicopter.The Bell 204, first flown on 20 October 1956, was warmly received, particularly for the performanceof its single turboshaft engine over piston engine-powered counterparts.An initial production contract for 100 HU-1As was issued in March 1960.In response to criticisms over the rotorcraft\u2019s power, Bell quickly developed multiple models furnished with more powerful engines.A stretched version of the Iroquois, first flown du.