ICM Plastic Model Kit

Sikorsky S-64E Skycrane (1/35) 53058

This 1/35 scale kit from ICM recreates the Sikorsky S-64E Skycrane, the civilian version of the CH-54A Tarhe military helicopter. Known for its immense lifting power and unique skeletal fuselage design, the Skycrane has served in both combat and civilian roles across the globe. The kit includes over 500 precision-moulded parts, capturing the intricate detail of this iconic heavy-lift helicopter.

• 1/35 scale plastic model kit
• Civilian version of the CH-54A Tarhe
• Highly detailed fuselage, landing gear, and rotor assembly
• 522 plastic parts with precise engineering
• Six-blade rotor and Pratt & Whitney engine detail
• Clear cabin with pilot and operator seating
• Decal sheet with two marking options

History:

The Sikorsky S-64E Skycrane is a civilian adaptation of the CH-54A Tarhe, a heavy-lift helicopter first introduced during the Vietnam War. While the CH-54A served primarily with the U.S. Army, lifting artillery, boats, and even downed aircraft, the S-64E became indispensable in civilian roles. Its capabilities include firefighting, search and rescue, construction, timber harvesting, and heavy cargo transport. The helicopter’s distinctive design includes a three-seat cockpit with a rear-facing operator who monitors cargo loads through a transparent panel. Many S-64Es were given personalised names painted on their nose, adding to their character. Over its service life, the aircraft set aviation records for climb rate and altitude, including achieving horizontal flight at 11 kilometres. Today, the Skycrane remains a workhorse in heavy-lift aviation, demonstrating both versatility and engineering excellence.