{"product_id":"15281-special-hobby-72280-ah-1g-cobra-marines-172","title":"Special Hobby 72280 AH-1G Cobra MARINES 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eSpecial Hobby 72280 AH-1G Cobra MARINES (1\/72) – plastic scale model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Special Hobby 72280 AH-1G Cobra MARINES is a high-quality plastic model kit of an attack helicopter in the popular 1\/72 scale. It depicts the iconic American Bell AH-1G Cobra helicopter, extensively used by the United States Marine Corps (USMC) during the Vietnam War and throughout the following decades of the Cold War. This durable, accurately rendered model is dedicated to advanced modelers and collectors wishing to expand their collection with a legendary combat machine.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eAH-1G Cobra – a brief history\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Bell AH-1G Cobra entered service with the US Army in 1967, during the Vietnam War, and quickly became the primary fire support helicopter. The machine was distinguished by its slender silhouette and excellent maneuverability, being dedicated to close support of ground forces, escorting transport helicopters, and engaging ground targets. The AH-1G was used not only in Vietnam, where it proved to be crucial support for the American Marines, but also in subsequent military operations up until the 1980s.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eFeatures of the Special Hobby 72280 AH-1G Cobra MARINES model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: \u003cstrong\u003e1\/72\u003c\/strong\u003e – ideal for collecting and displaying military dioramas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality \u003cstrong\u003eplastic\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring precision and ease of processing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAccurately replicated cockpit, armament, and Vietnam War-era equipment details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEnables assembly in \u003cstrong\u003eUSMC\u003c\/strong\u003e (Marines) markings, with authentic decals included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe kit does not include glue or paints – modeling accessories must be purchased separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Special Hobby 72280 model is aimed primarily at intermediate and advanced modelers (assembly difficulty level: \u003cstrong\u003e3\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e). Its abundance of details, robust construction, and faithful representation of historical elements make this model an excellent choice for enthusiasts of the Vietnam War era as well as fans of 20th-century military aviation.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eWe recommend this model to all modelers interested in the history of combat helicopters and Cold War era military technology.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is an excellent base for building realistic dioramas, an interesting contest subject, and a significant addition to any aviation collection.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Special Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720051970382,"sku":"SH72280","price":14.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/71c98c632c7c75f626d1fe35048c5c58.jpg?v=1755489911","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.fr\/en\/products\/15281-special-hobby-72280-ah-1g-cobra-marines-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}