A-Model 72137 Piasecki HUP-2/HUP-3 Retriever US NAVY Helicopter 1/72

The A-Model 72137 Piasecki HUP-2/HUP-3 Retriever US NAVY Helicopter in 1/72 scale is a faithfully reproduced plastic model kit of a rescue and utility helicopter, used by the United States and Canadian Navies. This detailed assembly set presents the legendary Piasecki HUP-2/HUP-3 rotorcraft, also known as the H-25 Army Mule, which was one of the key helicopters employed throughout the 1950s during the Cold War era.

The HUP Retriever was a twin-rotor helicopter with tandem rotors, providing excellent stability in maritime conditions. The HUP-2 version and the improved HUP-3 were mainly operated aboard US Navy aircraft carriers and amphibious ships from 1949 to 1964. They were used for supply transport, medical evacuation, and rescue operations, including at-sea flight tests and naval exercises. A key advantage was the foldable rotors, allowing the helicopter to occupy less space in ship hangars.

• Scale: 1/72 – precise recreation of the real helicopter's details.
• Country of operation: United States (US Navy) and Canada (Royal Canadian Navy).
• Service period: 1949–1964, Cold War.
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene) for durability and ease of work.
• Category: plastic model kit to assemble.
• The set includes: finely detailed cockpit, cargo cabin, rotor, landing gear components, and a clear canopy.
• Assembly instructions: detailed, illustrated instructions included in the set.
• The set does NOT include: paints and glue – we recommend purchasing separately.

This model is an excellent choice for both intermediate and advanced modelers interested in military aviation and naval themes. We especially recommend it to Cold War helicopter enthusiasts, US Navy history buffs, and collectors of unique rotorcraft designs. Assembly difficulty is rated at 3/5 – care and attention are required when assembling and finishing the parts, which allows for a highly realistic replica of the original.

By choosing the A-Model 72137 Piasecki HUP-2/HUP-3 Retriever, you invest in a distinctive model for your collection, which will enrich any display case and let you experience the atmosphere of US Navy rescue operations during the Cold War era.