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Academy 1/48 CH-53E Super Stallion build (dream)

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Academy 1/48 CH-53E Super Stallion build (dream)
Posted by The Lt387 on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 6:46 PM

So ive targeted my next build....however its apparently extremely difficult to find. So I really have 2 questions...1 Anybody know where I can pick one up? 2. As a decent amateur, what would be a good to excellent, available alternative? Im in CT if that helps.

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Posted by HeavyArty on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 7:04 AM
In 1/48, there are no other options. Revell does a 1/72 CH-53E that may work for you as well.

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Posted by The Lt387 on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 6:11 PM

Thanks. 1/72 is out of my league. and out of my field of vision. lol

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Posted by HeavyArty on Friday, September 24, 2021 10:01 AM

This may be an option. Monochrome Models out of Japan is re-boxing the Academy MH-53E in JMSDF markings. All you would need to do is get some US Navy markings and you would be good.

https://www.themodellingnews.com/2021/09/preview-monochromes-new-clothes-jmsdf.html?m=1#more

 

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Posted by MR TOM SCHRY on Friday, September 24, 2021 10:26 AM

I think that Revell made a HH-53C Super Jolly Green kit a few years ago.  Could that work?

TJS

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Posted by HeavyArty on Friday, September 24, 2021 5:02 PM

Not if he wants to build an E model.  The C and E models are totally different aircraft.  C has two engines, a 6-blade rotor, and straight tail. The E has three engines, a 7-blade rotor, and a slanted larger tail to start.

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Posted by keavdog on Friday, September 24, 2021 5:09 PM

How about the MH-53 as a start.  Saw one one eBay for $105 Huh?

Thanks,

John

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Posted by The Lt387 on Friday, September 24, 2021 6:58 PM

yeah, i saw that but I really want to try the E

 

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Posted by intruder500 on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 2:36 PM

Hello:

     Just saw your post on the CH-53E. The MH-53 from Academy has the parts to do the 53E in the box. All you need is the smaller sponsons which they tell you not to use. If tyou can find an MH-53 you should be good to go.

 

Stephen C.

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Posted by intruder500 on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 2:52 PM

Hi:

     Try this one too... https://www.themodellingnews.com/2021/09/preview-monochromes-new-clothes-jmsdf.html

This is coming out soon. The Acadeny kit but do not know if it has the small sponsons of the 53E. May want to check it out...

Stephen

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Posted by HeavyArty on Thursday, June 1, 2023 1:31 PM

You do realize the original poster was looking for this almost two years ago.  I bet he either built one, or has forgotten about it.  Also, I don't think he has been here since posting.

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