Sikorsky R-5/S-51 Ambulance Scale 1:72 AMP 72012 Plastic Model Helicopter Kit

Sikorsky R-5 / S-51 ambulance helicopter plastic model kit in 1:72 scale represents an early medical evacuation helicopter developed in the immediate post–World War II period.

The Sikorsky R-5 was introduced as an improved successor to earlier Sikorsky light helicopters and became one of the first rotary-wing aircraft adapted specifically for medical evacuation. The closely related S-51 designation was used for civil and export versions of the same basic design.

Sikorsky R-5 / S-51 – Early Medical Evacuation Helicopter

Equipped to carry stretchers externally or internally depending on configuration, the R-5/S-51 played a pioneering role in the development of helicopter ambulance operations. Its service during the transition from World War II to the Early Cold War demonstrated the practical value of helicopters for casualty evacuation and rescue missions.

This plastic model kit by AMP accurately depicts the Sikorsky R-5 / S-51 in ambulance configuration. The model belongs to the Helicopter Model Kits category and is produced in 1:72 scale, a standard scale for historic military and civil helicopters.

Kit contents:

• Plastic sprues with helicopter parts
• Transparent canopy parts
• Decal sheet
• Painting and marking guide
• Assembly instructions

Paints and glue are not included.

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: AMP
• Scale: 1:72
• Model (SKU): AMP 72012
• Type: Helicopter Model Kit
• Helicopter: Sikorsky R-5 / S-51
• Role: Medical evacuation / ambulance helicopter
• Subject country: USA
• Period: Post-WWII / Early Cold War
• Condition: New in Box
• Kit description: Unpainted, unassembled plastic model kit. Paints and glue are not included.