The most easily observable difference between the A and D versions of the AH-64 helicopter are the larger avionics bays on both sides of the nose. These larger housings provide room for much more sophisticated navigation, communication and weapons systems. The Longbow is equipped with highly advanced electronic systems that can rapidly detect, classify, prioritize and engage multiple ground or airborne targets through battlefield haze and under almost all weather conditions. Not as easily observable are the more powerful 701C engines that power the Longbow C and D versions and enable it to lift heavier weapons and fuel loads. Unlike most helicopters, the Longbow has been designed to be self-deployable over long distances by means of precise world-wide navigation instrumentation and long-range communications capability. Longbow is regarded as a true Combined Arms force multiplier, able to defeat future battlefield threats well into the 21st century.
Please see the paint guide below for the manufacturer’s suggested colors.
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Product Details:
Scale: 1/48
Skill Level: 2
Parts: 260+
- Painting and assembly required
- 16 sprues
- Molded in high-quality plastic
- One decal sheet
- Clear parts
- Poly caps
- Armored crew seats with molded-on harnesses and seatbelts
- Two optional pilot figures
- Movable 25mm gun, radar, main rotor and tail rotor
- Removable main rotor
- Optional position canopy
- Hellfire launchers and rocket pods
- Illustrated instructions and paint guide
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Paint Guide:
AH-64D s/n 96-5006
Black
Silver
Olive Drab
Steel
Neutral Grey
Flat Black
Clear Red
Clear Yellow
Clear Blue
Flesh
Khaki Green
Burnt Iron
Tire Black
Light Grey FS 36495
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