The Airfix 1/72 Westland Sea King HC.4 Model Kit (A04056A) is a detailed plastic model kit that recreates the Royal Navy’s “Commando” variant of the famous Sea King helicopter—used primarily for troop transport and amphibious operations.

Overview

This kit represents the Westland Sea King HC.4, a specialized version designed for amphibious warfare and tactical troop deployment. In real life, the HC.4 could carry up to 28 fully equipped troops or heavy underslung loads and saw service in conflicts such as the Falklands War, Gulf War, Balkans, and Afghanistan.

Airfix’s model captures the aircraft’s distinctive features, including its folding rotors and tail for shipboard use, and its rugged transport role.

Kit Details

• Scale: 1/72
• Product code: A04056A
• Parts: 133 plastic components
• Skill level: Level 2 (suitable for beginners to intermediate modelers, typically age 8+)
• Release: Modern tooling (reissued/updated in 2024)

Finished Model Dimensions

• Length: ~307 mm
• Height: ~71 mm
• Rotor span: ~263 mm

Features & Contents

The kit offers a well-balanced mix of detail and buildability:

• Detailed cockpit and troop cabin interior
• Optional folded or extended rotor blades and tail section 
• External fittings such as radar-warning and infrared countermeasures
• Authentic decals and paint guide for accurate finishes
• Complete package including:
  • Plastic parts
  • Instruction manual
  • Paint guide
  • Decal sheet

These features allow the model to be displayed either in operational configuration or stowed for shipboard storage.

Marking & Scheme Options

The kit includes two realistic marking schemes, typically representing Royal Navy aircraft such as:

1. No. 848 Naval Air Squadron (2006)
2. No. 846 Naval Air Squadron – Operation Granby (1991 Gulf War)

This gives flexibility to model different periods of service.

Build Experience

With 133 parts and a moderate complexity level, the model is designed to:

• Provide an engaging but approachable build
• Suit modelers with some prior experience while remaining accessible to beginners
• Deliver fine external detail, such as recessed panel lines and realistic rotor assemblies (noted in reviews of the tooling)

Summary

The Airfix A04056A Sea King HC.4 kit is a solid 1/72-scale helicopter model that combines:

• Historical accuracy
• Good interior and exterior detail
• Flexible display options
• Manageable build difficulty

It’s particularly appealing for anyone interested in modern British military aviation or Royal Navy aircraft, offering an authentic miniature of a helicopter that served globally for decades.

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