CH-53E Super Stallion MCAS New River Die-Cast Model

Delivered crucial cargo during the 1990s with zero accidents.

Homed at MCAS New River in North Carolina, 161184 is part of the first CH-53E squadron to begin operations. Deployed just weeks before Desert Storm began, Super Stallions of the HMH-464 “Condors” surpassed 15,000 hours of accident-free operation while transporting M198 Howitzer artillery units. Contributing to the 304 sorties completed, less than two dozen CH-53E aircraft (including 161184) transported 2,167,150 lbs. of cargo and 1,686 passengers. Returning home in May of 1991, the HMH-464 remained accident free. 

Features:

• Authentic paint scheme, engraved panel lines, and printed decals
• Miniature antennas and small surface details
• Rotating main and tail rotors
• Optional “stored” blade position
• Detailed main landing gear with rolling wheels
• Included display stand
• Measures 15.25”l with a 12.75” rotor span at 1:72 scale
• Officially licensed

History and Specifications:
Performing crucial heavy-lift duties for the US Marines, Sikorsky’s CH-53E Super Stallion was introduced in 1981 as the replacement of older CH-53D units. Fitted with a third General Electric T64 turboshaft engine to give it power for all anticipated Marine equipment, Super Stallion helicopters routinely carry payloads beyond 26,000 lbs. Though maximum capacity allows for only 50 miles of range, unladen CH-53E’s can remain active for more than four hours, or 600 miles non-stop. Proving extremely versatile, Super Stallions often “pick up” where land-based equipment falls short, especially on rough terrain. Operating from anywhere, anytime, the CH-53E remains paramount to the duties of the US Marines.