1:72 CH-47 Chinnok accessories set

The real subject

The CH-47 Chinook is an American heavy transport helicopter with two main rotors arranged one behind the other. Thanks to that solution it does without an anti-torque rotor on the tail and can carry a bulky load inside the fuselage as well as slung underneath. It has lasted decades in service with a number of armies and has gone through many upgrades, so it is a rewarding subject for builds from various periods and in various finishes.

What the set contains

This is an accessory set in 1:72 scale meant for building the Chinook. A list of the individual parts and the kit the set is cut for is not stated here, so check the scope and the fit in the manufacturer's instructions. Before buying it is worth comparing the set against the model you are building, because accessories tend to be tied to a particular release of a kit.

Building and painting tips

The parts are not polystyrene and ordinary cement for plastic has no effect on them; make the joints with super glue or a two-part resin. Cut the excess material away with a sharp blade a little way from the part and carefully sand off the rest, so that the shape is preserved. Wash the parts in lukewarm soapy water before painting and degrease them, otherwise the paint holds poorly. A thin coat of primer has proved itself, because on it you can see at once whether the surface is clean and the joint seats.

Who it is for

The set suits modelers who want to add detail to the Chinook beyond the base kit and who do not mind working with small parts. It is an accessory for a build, not a standalone model: the helicopter kit, paints and glue are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.