Folded Tail for Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion, MH-53E Sea Dragon for Academy kit (3D printed) Scale 1:48 ResKit RSU48-0454

ResKit RSU48-0454 provides a detailed folded tail section for the Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion and MH-53E Sea Dragon. The set allows modelers to reproduce the aircraft with the tail folded, a configuration commonly used for shipboard storage and carrier deck operations.

This aftermarket accessory is designed for 1/48 scale helicopter model kits and replaces the standard tail configuration with a folded assembly that highlights the structural hinge and tail fold mechanism.

The components are produced using high-resolution 3D printing, allowing accurate reproduction of the hinge structures and structural elements visible when the helicopter tail is folded.

The upgrade is designed specifically for the Academy CH-53E / MH-53E kit and enables more realistic carrier deck or maintenance display configurations.

For modelers: carefully test-fit the tail sections and hinge components before painting. Assembly and alignment should be checked during dry fitting to ensure the folded configuration sits correctly.

Compatible aircraft

• Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion
• Sikorsky MH-53E Sea Dragon
• Sikorsky CH-53 Sea Stallion family
• Sikorsky MH-53 series

Product Specifications

• Scale: 1/48 (also written as 1:48)
• Product type: Vertical Stabilizer & Helicopter Tail
• Type of equipment: Helicopters
• Recommended kit: for Academy
• Manufacturer: ResKit
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Resin / 3D printed
• SKU: RSU48-0454

This item is part of ResKit and belongs to Aftermarket. For matching builds, see Helicopter Model Kits and 1/48 Model Kits.

FAQ

What configuration does this set represent?

The set represents the folded tail configuration used for storage and deck operations on CH-53E and MH-53E helicopters.

Is this set designed for the Academy kit?

Yes, the folded tail upgrade is designed specifically for the Academy CH-53E / MH-53E kit in 1/48 scale.

Why display the helicopter with a folded tail?

Folding the tail allows helicopters to be stored more compactly aboard ships and carriers, making it a common configuration for naval aviation displays and dioramas.