Forces Of Valor 1:72 Royal Australian Army Boeing-Vertol CH-47F Chinook Heavy Lift Helicopter - A15-307, 5th Aviation Regiment, 15th Aviation Brigade

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Forces of Valor 821004F-2 Boeing CH-47F Chinook Diecast Model Australian Army 5th Aviation Rgt, A15-307, Australia The Australian Defence Force has operated Boeing CH-47 Chinook heavy-lift helicopters for most of the period since 1974. Thirty of the type have entered Australian service, comprising twelve CH-47C variants, eight CH-47Ds and ten CH-47Fs. The helicopters have been operated by both the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and Australian Army. Boeing CH-47F Chinook Designed as a turbine-powered replacement for the CH-37 Mojave, the CH-47 was first flown on September 21st, 1961. This iconic helicopter has had a long service history, seeing action in many different wars, from Vietnam to Afghanistan. The Chinook is the U.S. Army's heaviest-lifting helicopter, primarily serving as a troop transporter, with secondary roles including artillery emplacement and battlefield resupply. It has a crew of three and can move 55 combat-ready troops. Its wide-loading ramp can be opened in-flight for paratroopers, and three cargo hooks can extend through a floor hatch, which allows the Chinook to be used as a flying crane. Forces of Valor The "Forces of Valor" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military aicraft. "Forces of Valor" diecast airplanes feature: Diecast metal construction with some plastic components. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details. Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals. Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear. Fixed display stand to display the aircraft "in flight". Detailed pilots and crew members. Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.