Hobby Master 1/72 - Huey Heli 'Austrian'

Hobby Master 1/72 - Huey Heli 'Austrian'

The Bell UH-1 "Iroquois" (the "U" stands for utility), better known as the "Huey", is a multi-purpose military helicopter best known for its service during the Vietnam War. Its distinctive "tadpole" silhouette has actually become the symbol of the war. Over 16,000 "Hueys" was made in total and flown in 40+ countries. Approximately 7,000 was used during the Vietnam War.

The Aircraft

In Italy, Augusta built a similar version of the Bell UH-1F helicopter under license for the Italian Military. These new helicopters were named AB-204B and were purchased by 6 other countries including Austria. Although capable of carrying a large assortment of armament the Austrian versions were mainly used as medium-sized utility helicopter and medivacs. The Austrian AB-204B registration 4D-BT was construction number 3192 and was in service from December 1, 1967 until June 26, 2003. Since 1963 Austria has owned 26 AB-204Bs.

Specifications :

Dimensions
Length:	39 ft 7 in (12.0 m)
Height:	14 ft 7 in (4.4 m)
Main rotor diameter:	44 ft (13.4 m)
Empty Weight:	4,369 lb (1,981 kg)
Gross Weight:	8,500 lb (3,854 kg)
Propulsion
Engine:	1 X Lycoming turbine T53-L-11, 1,100 shp
Performance
Range:	260 mi (418 km)
Cruise Speed:	126 mph (202 km/h) (109 kt)
Max Speed:	147 mph (236 km/h) (127 kt)
Climb:	2,660 ft/min (810 m/min)
Ceiling:	16,900 ft (5,150 m)
Armament:	"Heavy Hog" because it had an optional weapons configuration of "XM-3" that installed 2 24-round rocket packs and removed the door guns, "M-5" that installed an M-75 40 mm grenade-launcher carrying 150 grenades