Italeri 1295 Agusta Westland AW-101 TTI (1/72) – plastic scale model kit

Italeri 1295 Agusta Westland AW-101 TTI in 1:72 scale is a precisely recreated plastic model kit, representing a modern, versatile helicopter primarily used by the armed forces of the United Kingdom and Italy. This model has been designed for the most demanding modelers seeking high-quality details and an impressive final effect.

Agusta Westland AW-101 TTI – historical background

The AW-101, also known as the EH101, is a modern multi-role helicopter developed in cooperation between Italy's Agusta and Britain's Westland. Since the mid-1990s, this helicopter has been introduced into service with the likes of the Royal Navy, Royal Air Force, as well as the air forces of Italy, Canada, and Denmark. The TTI version (Tactical Transport and Infantry) was designed as support for land forces and troop transport. The AW-101 has participated in numerous NATO missions, for example during the Balkans intervention and operations in Afghanistan.

• Scale: 1:72
• Intended use: plastic model kit
• Country of use: United Kingdom, Italy, including Royal Navy, Royal Air Force
• Historical period: modern times / after 1999
• Material: high-quality plastic

The Italeri 1295 kit includes an accurately reproduced helicopter fuselage, detailed cockpit and cargo interior components, a detailed rotor, armament, and decals allowing models to be finished in various paint schemes typical of AW-101 operators. This kit does not include glue or paints – all additional accessories must be purchased separately.

Italeri pays careful attention to the finest construction details, such as panel lines, service hatches, or armament parts, making the model suitable both for advanced modelers who will appreciate the opportunity for realistic weathering and effects and for ambitious beginners. This model is recommended for enthusiasts of modern military aviation and collectors of 1:72 scale helicopters.

• Category: plastic scale model kit
• Assembly difficulty level: 3/5

Italeri 1295 Agusta Westland AW-101 TTI (1/72) is an excellent choice for collectors and fans of modern aviation technology who expect high quality and attention to the realism of the original. The model guarantees satisfaction during assembly and looks great in any collection of modern military helicopters.