Airfix 1:72 Westland Wessex HC.2

The Airfix 1:72 Westland Wessex HC.2 Model Kit recreates one of the Royal Navy and Royal Air Force’s most distinctive and reliable utility helicopters of the Cold War era. Known for its robust design and dependable performance, the Wessex HC.2 played a key role in troop transport, search and rescue, and general support operations for many years.

This detailed 1:72 scale plastic model kit captures the characteristic silhouette of the Wessex, making it a rewarding subject for modern British rotary-wing aviation enthusiasts and military helicopter collectors.

About the Westland Wessex HC.2

The Westland Wessex was developed as a British-built version of the American Sikorsky H-34, but significantly re-engineered by Westland with a turboshaft engine rather than a piston engine. This upgrade greatly improved performance, reliability, and operational capability.

The HC.2 variant became widely used by the Royal Air Force for troop transport, air assault support, and search and rescue duties. Its versatility allowed it to operate in a wide range of environments, from ship-based operations to land deployments in difficult terrain.

The Wessex earned a strong reputation for ruggedness and dependability throughout its long service life.

Features

✔ Detailed 1:72 scale plastic model kit
✔ Westland Wessex HC.2 RAF utility helicopter
✔ Distinctive high-set rotor and tail boom design
✔ Detailed cockpit and cabin interior
✔ Fine surface panel detailing
✔ Clear assembly instructions
✔ Classic Cold War British helicopter subject

Skill Level

Intermediate

This kit is suitable for:

• intermediate rotary-wing modellers,

• Cold War aviation enthusiasts,

• and British military aircraft collectors.

The detailed structure and iconic design make it an enjoyable and rewarding build.

Recommended Accessories

For best results we recommend:

• Plastic model glue

• Acrylic paints

• Primer

• Fine detail brushes

• Sanding sticks

• Weathering products for operational wear, maritime exposure, and service use effects

Perfect For

• RAF and Royal Navy aviation enthusiasts

• Cold War helicopter collectors

• British utility aircraft fans

• Intermediate scale modellers

• Rotary-wing display builds

A Classic British Utility Helicopter

The Westland Wessex HC.2 remains one of the most recognisable and dependable helicopters in British service history. With its long operational record and versatile roles, it is a standout subject for any Cold War aviation modelling collection.