{"product_id":"9709-special-hobby-48088-h-21-workhorse-in-german-and-french-service-148","title":"Special Hobby 48088 H-21 Workhorse In German and French Service 1\/48","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eSpecial Hobby 48088 H-21 Workhorse In German and French Service (1\/48)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Hobby 48088 H-21 Workhorse In German and French Service\u003c\/strong\u003e model in \u003cstrong\u003e1\/48\u003c\/strong\u003e scale is an excellent choice for model enthusiast passionate about helicopters and military aviation of the Cold War era. This kit presents the iconic French and German versions of the H-21 helicopter, also known as the \"Workhorse\" or \"Flying Banana\" because of its distinctive fuselage shape.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003ePiasecki H-21\u003c\/strong\u003e helicopter was designed in the United States by Piasecki Helicopter. It was a versatile transport helicopter used by numerous NATO countries, including France and Germany. The version featured in this kit was mainly used by the \u003cstrong\u003eLuftwaffe\u003c\/strong\u003e and the French Air Force (Armée de l’Air) from the 1950s until the early 1970s, i.e. during the Cold War. These versions participated in operations in Algeria and Western Europe, serving both as transport machines as well as supporting rescue efforts and military logistics.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The kit is made from high-quality \u003cstrong\u003eplastic\u003c\/strong\u003e ensuring precise details and ease of processing. The manufacturer includes parts enabling you to build one of several versions with specific German or French markings. You can expect detailed cockpit interiors, a realistic rotor and fuselage reproduction. The kit also includes high-quality decals with authentic color schemes and insignia used by both armies.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic model kit.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/48\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUser countries: Germany and France\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePeriod of use: Cold War (1950s–1970s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRealistic details, choice of German or French version\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAssembly instructions and decals included\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDetailed cockpit and realistic rotor representation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Hobby 48088 H-21\u003c\/strong\u003e kit is recommended for both intermediate and experienced modelers with a passion for military aviation. Due to the detail level and complexity of assembly, we rate the difficulty as \u003cstrong\u003e4\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is a great addition to any Cold War helicopter collection, and a real treat for European military aviation enthusiasts.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Special Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719926075726,"sku":"SH48088","price":44.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/23541b583883d627602d53abb8a5ae2d.jpg?v=1755485959","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/9709-special-hobby-48088-h-21-workhorse-in-german-and-french-service-148","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}