Revell 04953 Eurocopter BK 117 (1/72)

Revell 04953 Eurocopter BK 117 in scale 1/72 is a high-quality plastic model kit representing the iconic Eurocopter BK 117 multipurpose helicopter. This model is recommended for both civil aviation enthusiasts and rescue service fans, as it replicates the German helicopter widely used around the world. The BK 117 is the result of cooperation between the German company Messerschmitt-Bölkow-Blohm (MBB) and Japanese Kawasaki Heavy Industries. The model is manufactured by the renowned company Revell, which has been providing detailed model kits for years.

Scale and material

• Scale: 1/72
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Category: plastic model kit

Historical data

• Helicopter used by: Germany (Deutsche Luftrettung – DRF), Japan, United Kingdom, USA, and many other countries
• Period of use: from 1982 – present day
• Purpose: medical rescue (HEMS), police, VIP transport, military and civilian tasks
• Famous service: widely used by German and international rescue services as well as police

Revell 04953 kit features

• Precisely replicated Eurocopter BK 117 fuselage elements
• Detailed interior of the cockpit and passenger compartment
• Transparent parts for building the windows and windshields
• Decals included for creating rescue or police helicopter markings
• Clear, step-by-step assembly instructions
• Possibility to build different marking variants for selected services

Who is it recommended for?

This model is recommended for both intermediate and experienced hobbyists interested in aviation, helicopters, or rescue services. Thanks to detailed parts and precise elements, it allows you to achieve a realistic final result.

• Assembly difficulty level: 3/5
• Young modelers may require minor assistance

Revell 04953 Eurocopter BK 117 (1/72) will look excellent on any helicopter model collector’s shelf and will be a satisfying project for modern aviation technology enthusiasts.