Takom Royal Netherlands AH-64D Apache Longbow Helicopter (1/35) 02609

Takom 1/35 Scale Rotary-Wing Military Vehicle KitTakom Royal Netherlands AH_64D Apache Longbow (Limited Edition) (1/35) Item_02609Takoms Limited Edition Royal Netherlands AH_64D Apache Longbow commemorates the Dutch Armys service of these advanced attack helicopters. Featuring full cockpit detail, weapon pylons, sensor mast, and authentic Dutch-specific markings and stencils, this kit achieves both display quality and operational realism. 1/35 scale injection-moulded plastic kit (Takom_02609) Highly detailed dual-station cockpit with accurate instrument panels, seats, and controls Clear canopy and cockpit glazing with vision-lens detailing Longbow radar mast and sensor suite above rotor hub Weapon pylons configured for Hellfire missiles, Hydra rockets, and Dutch-specific stores Main and tail rotor assemblies with selectable blade pitch angles Photo-etched parts for radar details, seat-belts, instrument panels, and antennae Clear parts for sensor lenses, targeting optics, lighting lenses Decals include Dutch national markings and unit stencilsNote, paints and glue are not included; this kit demands careful assembly and precise fitting to replicate the Netherlands variant accurately.Historical Background,The Royal Netherlands Army acquired the AH_64D Apache Longbow in the early 2010s to provide advanced attack helicopter capability. Equipped with Longbow radar and modern avionics, these helicopters participated in NATO deployments and have been displayed at international exercises since around 2013.Suggested Paint References,These paint suggestions are visually based on authentic Royal Netherlands Army Apache finishes; they may differ from the colours referenced in the kit instructions. ComponentFinishTamiyaVallejoMrHobbyMrColor Fuselage & Rotor HeadSemiMatteXF_61 Dark Green70.893 US Dark GreenH303 GreenFS34102C303 GreenFS34102 Sensor Mast & RadomeSemiGlossXF_20 Medium Grey71.065 Grey GreenH307FS36231C307FS36231 Weapons & Pylon AttachmentsSemiMatteXF_69 NATO Black70.862 Black GreyH031 BlackFS37038C137 Tyre Black Metal Parts & Rotor ShaftMetallicXF_56 Metallic Grey70.863 Gunmetal GreyH028 SteelC028 Steel Canopy & Sensor LensesSemiGlossXF_8 Flat Blue70.899 Prussian BlueH326 BlueFS15042C326 FS15042 Cockpit Seats & PanelsSemiMatteXF_20 Medium Grey71.065 Grey GreenH307FS36231C307FS36231