Beginning in 1952 as a Navy anti-submarine warfare helicopter evolved from the Sikorsky S-55 series, the H-34 was initially designated the HSS-1 before going on to see significant service in combat assault and utility roles with the Army and Marine Corps. Great Britain and France also deployed versions in some of the first helicopter combat assault operations. Beginning in 1962, the H-34 served as the primary Marine Corps assault helicopter of the Vietnam War until its replacement by the turbine-powered CH-46. A large payload capacity and generous centre-of-gravity range made the H-34 series an effective transport helicopter for the 1950s.

• The kit consists of over 330 parts.
• Optional landing gear and exhaust systems.
• Photo Etched parts included.

• 1x 1/48 USAF VH-34D "Marine One" Helicopter Scaled Plastic Model Kit

Paint, modelling glue (such as Revell Contacta Professional Glue 25g), tweezers, scissors & modelling knives.

Paints recommended by Tamiya:

• X-11 Gloss Chrome Silver
• X-1 Gloss Black
• X-7 Gloss Red
• X-2 Gloss White
• XF-1 Flat Black
• XF-19 Flat Sky Grey
• XF-85 Flat Rubber Black
• XF-26 Flat Deep Green