WS-51 Dragonfly HR/3 Royal Scale 1:72 AMP 72013 Plastic Model Helicopter Kit

Westland WS-51 Dragonfly HR.3 rescue helicopter plastic model kit in 1:72 scale represents a British-built development of the Sikorsky S-51, adapted for military service in the early Cold War period.

The WS-51 Dragonfly was license-produced in the United Kingdom by Westland and became one of the first helicopters to serve operationally with British armed forces. The HR.3 variant was configured primarily for search and rescue duties, including air-sea rescue and casualty evacuation.

Westland WS-51 Dragonfly HR.3 – British Rescue Helicopter

Entering service in the early 1950s, the Dragonfly HR.3 was operated by the Royal Air Force and played a key role in establishing helicopter-based rescue operations in the United Kingdom. Its service belongs to the Early Cold War period, when helicopters were rapidly proving their value in support and humanitarian roles.

This plastic model kit by AMP accurately depicts the Westland WS-51 Dragonfly in HR.3 configuration. The model belongs to the Helicopter Model Kits category and is produced in 1:72 scale, a standard scale for historic British military helicopters.

Kit contents:

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

Paints and glue are not included.

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: AMP
• Scale: 1:72
• Model (SKU): AMP 72013
• Type: Helicopter Model Kit
• Helicopter: Westland WS-51 Dragonfly
• Variant: HR.3
• Role: Search and rescue helicopter
• Operator: Royal Air Force
• Subject country: United Kingdom
• Period: Early Cold War
• Condition: New in Box
• Kit description: Unpainted, unassembled plastic model kit. Paints and glue are not included.