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To the kit review of the AH-6j Little Bird, Nightstalker by Kitty Hawk in 1/35
and to the crew, as well as 4 Delta Force soldiers out off Resin. Also from Kitty Hawk. Well, have fun
Let's start with the helicopter. The kit is pretty new, it's from last year in fall and winter.
The scale is in 1/35 and you can build multiple versions.
the Ah-6J or the MH-6J Little Bird.
The special thing about the model is the scale of 1/35. Most helicopters are in 1/48 or 1/32.
Thus, the helicopter can be great in a diorama with other military vehicles
On the front we see a beautiful box art. With a second little bird, a wounded and a crashed black hawk.
This picture looks very much like the deployment of the US Army in Somalia in 1992.
At the bottom of the corner is a picture of the PE parts included
On this page we see two different versions.
Once the AH-6J as Moe Betta, operation in Somalia.
And here's the Harley-Davidson Motor Cycles, also in Somalia
The set number is the KH50003
Here again the helicopter with armament.
On this page are the other 2 versions, also with a camera system.
And a few more safety instructions.
On this page is again the same as on the opposite side.
I would say, let's look inside.
The box is stable and opens upwards.
First we see the construction manual, which we then look at.
Then we have here an extra box with the transparent parts. I think that's very good, they are well protected.
A first big bag with a sprue and the helicopter flight cell.
Here are the rotor blades, the floor and parts of the engine.
And here a sprue, with antennas, weapons and mounts.
Here's an extra bag that has PE parts.
The ammunition belts, parts of the weapons and the belts of the pilots and the decals.
Let's start with the construction manual.
The construction manual for this kit is a small booklet
There are 23 pages.
On the front is the Box Art again.
When we open the construction manual, we have an explanation of the pictograms on the first page.
An overview of the complete sprues.
As well as the clear parts, PE parts and decals.
Here begins the construction, with the engine. This is made up of several parts together.
With the kit there is the possibility to build the engine bay open or closed.
Here you can see beautiful the construction of the fire wall and the engine mount.
And the installation of the engine.
At step 3, the construction of the center console and the instrument panel begins.
With additional screens and control units.
Here is a small partition to which the pilots' seats are attached. These are composed of several parts.
The first PE parts are already being installed there. The belts of the pilots.
Here you have to be careful, if you want to obstruct the additional crew. There are other seats coming in, made of resin.
That's what you have to think about here.
Here is the assembly of the pedals, which are mounted on the floor.
Here begin the different versions of the helicopter.
The helicopter can be built in 2 versions
Once as a flying weapon platform.
With the whole ammunition containers and weapon mounts.
Or once as a troop-carrier. That is, the helicopter gets, benches.
The soldiers will come to these seats later. I will build this version.
The difference between versions, you always have to pay attention.
Then comes the assembly of the interior.
Either comes here the weapon holder or the seat board.
And the fuel tank of the helicopter.
Here, the complete tail section is built with the engine to the middle part.
Then it goes on here with the Airframe. There you have to make a parr holes, depending on which version you build.
Then put together the airframe. Like any other helicopter model.
On this side again a few holes and attaching other parts.
Here we go with the clear parts.
On the inside of the windscreen come again instruments. These must be glued in place.
Optionally you can install the doors.
Here you can see how the engine bay has to be built open or closed.
It starts with the construction of the weapons. Here is a minigun built.
This consists of PE parts and plastic parts.
In the middle of the construction manual you will find the instructions for painting the different versions. This can be unfolded.
Here you can see exactly which versions are available. I think it's nice that these pages are printed in color
The instructions for attaching the Decals on the weapons.
The main color of the helicopter is always the same.
These are army helicopters, they have no complicated camouflage.
On this page is the last and fourth version.
Of course you can also cut out these pages, this is more practical for painting.
Here you continue with the Gau-19
This is also composed of PE and plastic parts.
Then comes the assembly of the weapons. The helicopter is really very armed, if you like
The attachment of the runners.
This is a little complicated. You have to be careful that the runners are mounted symmetrically. So that the helicopter later stands straight.
There are no further reinforcements on the runners.
I definitely recommend a good glue here. Either one of Tamiya or superglue.
Here the ammunition belts are bent out of PE parts.
These are the straps that transport the ammunition from the containers to the weapons.
These all consist of PE parts. You have to bend the parts nicely, that they can be attached to the weapons.
For the big and the little minigun.
Here is the opportunity to install doors again.
My helicopter does not get any doors. But the crew and soldiers.
On the other side comes a door.
These are brackets for ropes. To fast roping from the helicopter.
As well as a small headlight.
At the end.
The main rotor.
Here is the assembly of the tail boom.
Then the swash plate and the attachment of the rotor.
The attachment of the rotor blades and the cover.
On page 22 we have the building step 19.
Attaching the last two parts.
And then the helicopter is ready.
Here you can see exactly what weapons where exactly installed.
Once unguided rockets or Hellfire missiles.
And down here the weapons layout. There you can see exactly which weapon to use in the different versions.
Here you can see a special feature of the kit. The rotor blades are already bent downwards.
This will be seen right at the components.
Let's start with the clear parts now.
I've said it before, I think it's good that these are extra packed for protection.
So the parts can not be damaged.
The parts are in a bag.
The parts are in a bag
This is one part.
And the very clear side windows for the doors.
Here are the position lights and headlights.
I think you can see for yourself how transparent the parts are.
The windshield distorts the look just a little. But the side windows are absolutely great.
Let's get to the big sprues.
Here is the airframe.
The seating boards, parts of the rotor, the center console
Parts for the tail boom, side doors and the tail rotor.
The details of the helicopter look very nice
Small rivets and metal joints are good to see.
Up here is a sunk hole.
I hope you can see that, but that does not matter. These can be filled well.
Of course, here are no ejection marks.
These ejection marks can be easily sanded and removed. Many of them will be hidden later.
Here is the beautifully cast instrument panel.
The seating boards.
Interior walls.
And parts of the seats
Which is very positive, there is no flesh!
And the sprue points are pretty small. This will allow you to separate and grind the part well.
At the end of the video are again photos of the sprues. Since you can pause the video and watch all parts in peace.
Now we come to the second sprue. That's sprue C.
Here we see the rotor blades.
Six blades are here.
Here are the rocket containers. For the small and large unguided rockets.
The floor.
the fire wall from the engine bay.
Again parts of the engine, the doors and the tail boom
Unfortunately, no rockets are cast here.
Only on the back are the brackets that secure the rockets
Also on this sprue is no flesh.
The floor,
looks very good too.
The parts are all beautifully cast.
Here you can see the special feature of the rotor blades. They are already bending down.
This will please many people, others may not.
I want to show the helicopter at a standstill at the airfield.
That's why I do not think that's bad.
The engine cover
On the back there are again a few ejection marks.
Now we come to the last sprue.
Here is the last sprue, with the letter B.
There are the Hellfire missiles.
Parts of the ammunition belts.
Skids and antennas.
Here are parts for the miniguns.
Here are the barrels of the minigun.
There are two M4 carbines
And MP5.
Again, no flesh can be seen.
Again very well cast.
Cutting off all the barrels can be a little tricky.
But with a good side cutter that would be fine.
Here on the mounts of Hellfire rockets are ugly sunk holes
Right on top. One is a little worse than the other.
This will be fine with Putty.
The rockets are one piece. You do not have to build them and they only have a small seam.
You just have to grind it a bit.
The weapons also have very nice details. You can even see the trigger well.
The MP5 looks good too.
You have to be careful when separating.
Here we have a little flesh on the parts.
This is not bad and can be removed easily.
Let's get to the last little bag. Inside are the two panels of the PE Parts.
And also the decals.
Here are the belts of the pilots.
And the ammunition feeder.
The Pe Parts are protected from the front and back with a foil.
That is, when you cut out, no small parts jump off.
Also this PE carrier is in foil.
Here we see the holder of the barrels, from the GAU-19.
There right next to it are the parts for the minigun.
There are also some hooks and a grid there.
The decals,
are printed nicely.
The instruments
you can see very well.
A little carrier film can be seen.
Here is a lot of carrier film.
Since you can cut the Decal apart and stick on individually.
So you do not see so much carrier film.
The numbers are great.
The decals are nice and flat.
They are not very thick.
All texts are good to read.
The decals can certainly work well. Nevertheless, I always recommend a softener.
You can use MicroSol or Tamiya Mark Fit strong.
Let's get to the highlight of this kit.
Buying the crew with the soldiers was very difficult. I had to order them directly in Asia
There is no dealer in Germany or Europe that offers to buy.
I had to import them to Germany and pay customs fees. But it was worth it.
I will build the helicopter with the crew. I think the kits belong together.
This reminds me a lot of the movie Black Hawk Down or other films from Somalia.
They are packed extra in a sturdy cardboard box so they will not be damaged.
We'll open it up.
The parts are in a soft protective film
Here are the two plastic boxes with the figures.
After cutting the tape, open the box upwards.
Here are the pilots with their seats.
And the 4 Delta Force soldiers, with different weapons.
Here are also M4 carbine and a tactical shotgun.
But also additional magazines
Now we look at the figures in detail. Let's start with the pilots.
The figures are stored safely so that nothing breaks off.
They are made of resin and here are the two pilots.
The sprue, located at the bottom of the soles of the shoes. And can be separated well there
Here next to the figure, is a night vision device.
This comes up here on the helmet in the hole. The pilots are night stalkers and fly at night.
The details of the figure are fantastic.
I hope the camera sharpens the focus.
The face is a little expressionless.
He looks focused.
The fingers and hands are well cast.
I do not see a cut seam that you have to grind.
The protective vest and the folds of the uniform look fantastic
The radio and the microphone are clearly visible.
The second pilot.
Look down and get the joystick and the pitch in the hand.
He also wears a protective vest.
Here you can see again the extremely beautiful drapery of the clothes.
Here you can work well with a Wash and Highlights.
There again the night vision device.
That comes up here.
And the two seats, which are extra for these two figures.
They are extremely thin.
They too are beautifully shaped. They look very real.
You just have to separate the small sprue.
Let us now come to the soldiers.
I suspect that these are four Delta Force soldiers.
I did some research and googled.
The equipment, helmets and weapons are perfect for Delta Force soldiers.
These were also used in 1992 in Somalia. As you can see in the movie Black Hawk Down.
Let's start with the first figure.
The sprue is down on the boots.
This soldier looks down.
The focus of the camera again ;-)
He has his gun in front of him.
There are grenades on his vest.
The knee pads.
Here is a little seam you have to grind.
His headset and his glasses.
And his pistol
Here at the back of the neck, the cable of the radio is a little severed.
That needs to be fixed.
Unfortunately it is not perfect. And there you can still see the hair.
But otherwise the figure looks very good.
Here between the legs you have to fill in a little bit and grind.
Now the second soldier.
He is talking and has the radio in his hand.
In the other hand he holds a weapon.
His pistol is here and he carries a backpack.
And a small bag on the belt.
He has his glasses on his face.
The folds of the clothes are great. And you can also see the laces of the boots here.
The third soldier.
Also has glasses in the face.
And also has the weapon in front of him in his hands.
Here are several pockets at the back of the belt.
And here is the radio.
Even the mount of the glasses to the helmet is easy to see.
Here in the hand is a little flash, what you have to grind.
This works best with a small round sanding stick.
Let's get to the last soldier.
He also has the weapon in his hands. The glasses are on top of the helmet and you can see the face well.
Here are the folds of clothing a little over the top.
He almost looks like a parachutist in too big clothes.
The bags on the belt and the radio.
Here the cable is not interrupted in the neck.
Unlike the other soldier.
Here you can see the difference.
This one has the feet together and the sprue point is down again on the shoes.
Now the weapons.
The weapons of the soldiers are again extra secured, with some adhesive tape.
Here we have three M4 carbines.
They are very nicely moulded.
The trigger, grenade launcher and the optics.
The barrel must be cut off at the front.
The shoulder rest also has good details.
The second set of weapons.
Again a M4 with grenade launcher and additional magazines.
A tactical shotgun.
And another M4.
To separate them from sprue, I always recommend a small saw.
I have one from Trumpeter and I am very happy with her.
So that's it for today. Thank you very much for your attention.
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