When the AH-64A Apache entered production in 1983, the publicity releases described its mission as Built to Fight, Designed to Survive. Untill the Gulf War, the Apache had many critics who questioned its maintainability, reliability and capability under combat conditions. During the Gulf War, the Apache racked-up an outstandingly successful record of achievements. Its critics were forever silenced : many became its admirers! Armed with the Hellfire anti-tank missile system, its rapid-firing 30mm chain gun and Stinger missiles, the Apache proved its superiority in the attack role under the harshest of conditions. The TADS/PNVS system with its bug-eyed sensors gave the AH-64A its night vision and its odd appearance. This special release, an update of MRC/Academy's fames AH-1W Super Cobra helicopter gunship includes the Night Targeting System (NTS), TOW and Hellfire Missles, a full cockpit and twin-turbine engines that allow heavier than normal armament to be carried. With MRC/Academy's usual quest for value, accuracy and precision, Cartograph of Italy was commissioned to print the extensive decal set which allows the finishing of one-of-three versions of this model that is flown exclusively in the USA by the USMC. Paint colors needed: White, Black, Red, Yellow, Silver, Burnt Iron, Steel, Clear Red, Clear Blue, Flat Black, Chromate Yellow, Khaki Green, Dark Ghost Gray, Olive Drab, Grayish Blue, and Light Ghost Gray.
 | This plastic model kit requires plastic cement and paint for assembly, and they are sold separately. |
