WOW654 Kiowa Warrior OH-58D ‘Thugs’

Description

Kiowa Warrior OH-58D

The Kiowa helicopter refers to the Bell OH-58, a family of single-engine military helicopters used for observation, reconnaissance, and direct fire support. It is most famously known in its upgraded and armed version, the OH-58D Kiowa Warrior
Introduced in 1969 and saw continuous service with the U.S. Army for over 40 years, including extensive use during the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, and the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan.

The Kiowa Warrior OH-58D is most recognizable for the distinctive “beach ball” sight positioned above its main rotor system. This sensor package contains a thermal imaging system, a television camera, and a laser rangefinder/designator, allowing the crew to scout and designate targets while remaining concealed behind terrain. The Kiowa Warrior  OH-58D is equipped with two universal weapons pylons capable of carrying a variety of armaments.

• Anti-tank missiles: AGM-114 Hellfire.
• Air-to-air missiles: AIM-92 Stinger.
• Rockets: Seven-shot Hydra 70 rocket pods.
• Machine gun: A .50-caliber M3P machine gun.

The U.S. Army retired the Kiowa fleet in 2017, with its armed reconnaissance role largely taken over by AH-64 Apache attack helicopters and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

There are 2 versions available,
WOW653. KIOWA Azrael. 2-17 cav, 101st Airborne.
“Azrael” refers to the tail number 92-00518, a Bell OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopter of the 2nd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment (2-17 CAV), part of the 101st Airborne Division. The aircraft was assigned to 2-17 CAV and served in Iraq and Afghanistan before the squadron retired it in April 2015, marking the end of its service and the Kiowa Warrior era for the unit.

WOW654.  KIOWA Thugs
The “Thugs” were the unit nickname for the 4th Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment, which operated OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopters, primarily in the role of armed aerial scouts, and deployed as part of Task Force 118 during Operation Prime Chance in the Persian Gulf.

We have 2 of each of these 1/30 scale models available priced at $1200 plus postage. Aviation Club members can buy these superb looking helicopters for $1100 plus postage for the next 3 days when the normal price then reverts. 

The TG accessories and  K&C figures are shown for display purposes only and are not included.