ICM 53057 CH-54A Tarhe with Universal Military Pod 1/35

The plastic assembly model ICM 53057 CH-54A Tarhe with Universal Military Pod in 1/35 scale is a unique offer for aviation and military modeling enthusiasts. The set features the iconic heavy transport helicopter CH-54A Tarhe, designed by Sikorsky and introduced into service with the United States Army in 1962.

The CH-54A Tarhe helicopter was built to transport oversized military cargo and special transport containers known as Universal Military Pods. Its signature feature was the powerful winches that enabled the lifting of heavy equipment while hovering—without the need to land. The unit was actively used during the Vietnam War (period: second half of the 1960s and early 1970s), where it performed evacuations of damaged aircraft, artillery, tanks, light vehicles, and patrol boats, as well as the transport of soldiers and the wounded.

A unique component of this set is the universal military transport pod, based on the original suspended pods equipped with windows, doors, and a rear ramp. These pods extended the operational capabilities of the CH-54A, also allowing for airdrops or the safe transportation of people and light vehicles. A total of 22 such pod units were created for the US Army.

• Scale: 1/35 – one of the most popular scales for military models, allowing for excellent detail fidelity.
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene), ensuring precision and durability of parts.
• The set includes accurately recreated structural details of the fuselage, rotor, pod interior components, and armament.
• The product does not include resin or metal accessories – all parts are made of plastic, which simplifies construction and personal modifications.
• Category: plastic assembly model – kit for self-assembly and painting.
• Manufacturer: ICM – a renowned brand specializing in top-quality historical models.
• Historical period: Vietnam War, Cold War.

We recommend this product for intermediate and advanced modelers who want to expand their collection with a unique, dynamic transport helicopter model complete with a rarely encountered pod. Due to the structural complexity and number of parts, this set has a difficulty level: 4/5.

By choosing ICM 53057 CH-54A Tarhe with Universal Military Pod 1/35, you are investing in a model characterized by perfect detail fidelity, high-quality molds, and excellent display potential—both for dioramas and stand-alone presentations.