Airfix 1:72 Westland Puma HC.1

The Airfix 1:72 Westland Puma HC.1 Model Kit recreates one of the most reliable and widely used medium-lift helicopters in Royal Air Force service. Designed for troop transport, supply operations, and general support duties, the Puma has been a long-serving workhorse in both military and humanitarian operations.

This detailed 1:72 scale plastic model kit captures the distinctive shape of the Puma HC.1, making it a great addition to any modern RAF aviation or rotary-wing aircraft collection.

About the Westland Puma HC.1

The Westland Puma was developed in the late 1960s by Sud Aviation (later Aérospatiale) and built under licence by Westland in the UK. It was introduced into RAF service in the early 1970s as a versatile medium transport helicopter.

The HC.1 variant became a key asset for the Royal Air Force, used extensively for troop movement, battlefield resupply, casualty evacuation, and general utility transport. Its ability to operate in difficult environments and its dependable performance made it a mainstay of RAF rotary-wing operations for decades.

The Puma has seen service in numerous operational theatres and continues to influence modern transport helicopter design.

Features

✔ Detailed 1:72 scale plastic model kit
✔ Westland Puma HC.1 RAF medium-lift helicopter
✔ Realistic fuselage and rotor detailing
✔ Detailed cockpit and cabin interior
✔ Fine surface panel detail
✔ Clear assembly instructions
✔ Classic RAF transport helicopter subject

Skill Level

Intermediate

This kit is suitable for:

• intermediate rotary-wing modellers,

• modern RAF aviation enthusiasts,

• and military helicopter collectors.

The clean design and detailed structure make it a rewarding and enjoyable build.

Recommended Accessories

For best results we recommend:

• Plastic model glue

• Acrylic paints

• Primer

• Fine detail brushes

• Sanding sticks

• Weathering products for operational wear, dust, and field service effects

Perfect For

• RAF helicopter enthusiasts

• Modern military aviation collectors

• Transport and utility aircraft fans

• Intermediate scale modellers

• Rotary-wing display builds

A Proven RAF Workhorse

The Westland Puma HC.1 remains one of the most dependable and widely used helicopters in RAF history. With its long service life and essential operational role, it is a highly rewarding subject for any modern aviation modelling collection.