Kitty Hawk 80107 SA.365N Dauphin II 1/48

Kitty Hawk 80107 SA.365N Dauphin II 1/48 – Advanced Plastic Model of the French Helicopter

Kitty Hawk 80107 SA.365N Dauphin II is a high-quality plastic model kit representing one of the most recognizable multi-purpose helicopters of modern France. The 1:48 scale perfectly captures the proportions of the machine, while offering ample space for rich details that are the hallmark of the Kitty Hawk brand. This model kit allows you to recreate the helicopter in military, rescue, and civilian versions, making it an excellent choice for enthusiasts of military history, rescue services, and civil aviation alike.

• Scale: 1/48
• Country of origin: France
• Period of use: from the late 1970s to the present day (Cold War, modern era)
• Categories: plastic model kit, aviation, helicopters
• Material: high-quality plastic, photo-etched parts included to enhance detailing

SA.365N Dauphin II – Historical Background: The Dauphin II helicopter entered the market in 1975 as a development of the earlier SA.365 model, designed by the renowned company Aérospatiale. Its universal design ensured its adoption by the French Navy, the armed forces of Spain, China, and Brazil, as well as numerous medical rescue organizations and police formations worldwide. Known for participating in SAR (Search and Rescue) operations, rescue missions on land and sea, supporting special units, and transport tasks in hard-to-reach environments.

Outstanding features of the Kitty Hawk 80107 model:

• Richly detailed cockpit and passenger compartment
• Realistic surface structure and engine detailing
• Precisely designed main and tail rotor
• Photo-etched parts for greater detail
• Option to choose between civilian, military, or rescue configurations
• Decals for various paint schemes

Difficulty Level: 4/5 – this kit is recommended for advanced modelers who appreciate faithful detailing and realism. The abundance of parts and intricate details require patience and experience, making it an ideal choice for hobbyists looking to expand their collection with an exceptionally realistic helicopter model.

We highly recommend this product to all aviation modelers, helicopter collectors, and anyone seeking challenging builds of the highest quality and level of detail.