McDonnell 120 Flying Crane (V-1 Jeep) Scale 1:48 AMP 48015 Plastic Model Helicopter Kit

McDonnell Model 120 Flying Crane (V-1 Jeep) experimental helicopter plastic model kit in 1:48 scale represents an early American research rotorcraft developed for the evaluation of unconventional lifting concepts.

The McDonnell Model 120, commonly known as the Flying Crane or V-1 Jeep, was an experimental helicopter designed in the late 1940s. It featured an open framework fuselage and a central lifting arrangement intended to explore vertical lift, stability, and load-handling concepts.

McDonnell Model 120 – Experimental Flying Crane Helicopter

The aircraft was evaluated by the United States Navy during the early Cold War period as part of broader research into rotary-wing and vertical-lift aircraft. Although it did not enter production, the program contributed valuable data to the development of later helicopter and VTOL concepts.

This plastic model kit by AMP accurately depicts the McDonnell Model 120 Flying Crane in its experimental configuration. The model belongs to the Helicopter Model Kits category and is produced in 1:48 scale, suitable for collections focused on prototype and experimental helicopters.

Kit contents:

• Plastic sprues with helicopter structural and rotor parts
• Decal sheet
• Painting and marking guide
• Assembly instructions

Paints and glue are not included.

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: AMP
• Scale: 1:48
• Model (SKU): AMP 48015
• Type: Helicopter Model Kit
• Helicopter: McDonnell Model 120
• Nickname: Flying Crane / V-1 Jeep
• Role: Experimental research helicopter
• Operator: United States Navy (evaluation)
• Subject country: USA
• Period: Early Cold War
• Condition: New in Box
• Kit description: Unpainted, unassembled plastic model kit. Paints and glue are not included.