Snuffwuzz (Ali)
AH-64A Apache
The Apache first flew in 1975 and replaced the Cobra in service with the US Army. Unlike its predecessor, the entire airframe was built for the gunship role and, in particular, tank hunting. For this mission the AGM-114 Hellfire was developed in tandem with the Apache, which could carry up to 16. To further supplement its role, Apaches were heavily armoured.
About the model:
I've built a few Apaches over the years, mostly for my British 1/30 collection. As such, I have a pretty good feel for the Apache. The nose and cockpit were a pig to build, as is a recurring theme with my 1:48 scale helicopters, but I'm pretty happy with the outcome! I will say that the standard angles I use to show off my model don't really flatter this one, so I'll look at getting some more angles and a comparison with the larger scale model: www.flickr.com/photos/39885799@N02/20766147521/in/datepos...
AH-64A Apache
The Apache first flew in 1975 and replaced the Cobra in service with the US Army. Unlike its predecessor, the entire airframe was built for the gunship role and, in particular, tank hunting. For this mission the AGM-114 Hellfire was developed in tandem with the Apache, which could carry up to 16. To further supplement its role, Apaches were heavily armoured.
About the model:
I've built a few Apaches over the years, mostly for my British 1/30 collection. As such, I have a pretty good feel for the Apache. The nose and cockpit were a pig to build, as is a recurring theme with my 1:48 scale helicopters, but I'm pretty happy with the outcome! I will say that the standard angles I use to show off my model don't really flatter this one, so I'll look at getting some more angles and a comparison with the larger scale model: www.flickr.com/photos/39885799@N02/20766147521/in/datepos...