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Schuco 1/87 scale diecast Bell UH-1D SAR helicopter in German Army green camouflage

Schuco

Schuco Bell UH 1D Helicopter SAR German Army Green Camouflage 1/87 HO Scale Diecast hobby collectible

SKU CH-P9KP-8T1XS

A 1/87 scale diecast Bell UH-1D SAR helicopter in German Army camouflage with detailed interior and exterior

  • Product typeMilitary Vehicle
  • Suitable forUnisex
  • Age groupAdult
  • True-to-scale 1/87 replica for authentic layouts
  • Detailed diecast body with plastic parts for realism
  • Officially licensed German Army SAR livery
  • Sealed in original unopened packaging for collectors
  • Compact 1.75-inch height fits tight display spaces

1/87 scale Bell UH-1D SAR helicopter

This 1/87 scale diecast replica depicts the Bell UH-1D in German Army search-and-rescue camouflage. It is produced by Schuco as an officially licensed collectible for adult hobbyists. The model arrives in the manufacturer's original unopened packaging. It suits display-focused collectors who value authentic military markings.

Fixed-pose display model with rotor span

The helicopter is a single-piece diecast casting with some plastic details and no moving openings. Rotor width measures 6.25 inches while overall length is about 6 inches and height 1.75 inches. As a static shelf piece it generates no noise, draws no power and produces no heat. It requires no batteries or maintenance beyond occasional dusting.

Compact footprint for HO-scale layouts

At 1/87 scale the model fits standard HO railroad scenery and diorama bases without dominating the scene. Its fixed landing gear and moulded rotor blades need no assembly or alignment tools. The sealed construction means there are no removable panels to lose. Buyers who want opening doors, articulated rotors or interior lighting will not find those features here.

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Price $23.99
Cheaper than about 66% of the 5,802 comparable items (median $29.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameSchuco
Product typeMilitary Vehicle
More details
Suitable forUnisex
Age groupAdult

Questions about this item

How do I display the Schuco Bell UH 1D helicopter on a shelf without damaging the rotor span?

The rotor span measures 6.25 inches, so allow at least that much clearance from walls or other models; the diecast body has no openings, so handle it by the fuselage only to avoid stressing the rotor hub.

What upkeep will the green camouflage finish and diecast construction need over time?

Dust the model occasionally with a soft brush; the diecast metal and plastic parts are sealed in the original packaging and require no lubrication or parts replacement.

At what point does the rotor clearance become the limiting factor in a dense HO-scale diorama?

With a rotor width of 6.25 inches and an overall length of 6 inches, the sweep circle is the first spatial constraint when placing the helicopter alongside buildings or vehicles.

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