Richard Nickel Committee Richmond Toys 1:72 Scale Silkorsky CH-53 Super Stallion

This is a heavy nice die cast model for the basic CH-53. I was looking for the USMC version from VietNam 1970. This is as close as I got. As stated in other reviews this a good basic model but needs to be rebuilt for color and many parts are not mounted correctly. They are all included but on backwards or not tight. I needed the basic all green coloring so I dis-assembled and spray painted, purchased new decals and now have a decent model. Overall very good die-cast model at good price.Mike

The helicopter arrived apckaged well but when i removed from the package found the pilots side glass on both sides had been painted over(light blue),looked at the aux fuel tanks and landing gear they had been installed backwards with the fins of the fuel tanks pointing forward on the stub wings which also put the rear landing gear to far forward.Repaired the problems myself but would not buy any die cast from this manufacturer again.

This item was described accurately, it arrived on time, and it looks great in my display case. I am very happy with it.

I chose this size do to restrictions to fit train car I am mounting it to. I have taken apart due to the fact parts were not glued together, but snapped together. After finishing repairs, I will paint to match realistic CH-53 in color and detail. It was made in China, and I know the low price was a factor. I'm going to enjoy having this go on the flat car and run around the display as soon as it's done.

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This is an all metal toy, not a kit or replica. It looks just like a metal toy. The detail is poor and insufficient. The main rotor (blade) falls apart as their isn't a good locking system for it. Really not worth the price.

Excellent model

The first CH-53E needed repair parts. Since then I have been able to make snazzy desk models for friends at the office who work on the CH-53E and MH-53E. Sharpie pens and Sharpie paint pens do well to add detail and improve the camouflage scheme. Elmer's glue is essential to install the strut found on the tail rotor and support the stabilizer fin. The antennas, pitot tubes, and other details can be added using leftovers from plastic model kits. Just received my most recent pair of CH-53Es...Starting work on them tonight. Homemade refueling probe/mast can be inserted on pilot's side of cockpit area. DO NOT SET ON LANDING GEAR...Keep CH-53E on mount.