{"product_id":"moc-249633-ch-118-iroquois-building-blocks","title":"MOC-249633 CH-118 Iroquois Building Blocks","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eRecreate a distinctive chapter of Canadian military aviation with the \u003cstrong\u003eMOC-249633 CH-118 Iroquois Building Blocks Set\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed and authorized by \u003cstrong\u003eBespokeLegoDesigns\u003c\/strong\u003e, this 1,279-piece model is based on the \u003cstrong\u003eCH-118 Iroquois\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Canadian Armed Forces designation for the Bell UH-1H “Huey” utility helicopter.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CH-118 served primarily in \u003cstrong\u003esearch and rescue, medical evacuation, transport, and general support roles\u003c\/strong\u003e, rather than as an armed combat helicopter. Its familiar single-rotor silhouette and practical utility design made it one of the most recognizable helicopters in Canadian service during the late 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned from aircraft plans, the model combines an accurate exterior profile with a detailed cabin. 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The removable doors, seats, and cabin equipment allow the finished model to reflect the helicopter’s versatile utility role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome internal elements that are completely hidden after construction may use varying colors to simplify part sourcing without changing the finished exterior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanadian military aviation enthusiasts, Huey helicopter fans, Cold War aircraft collectors, search-and-rescue aviation enthusiasts, utility helicopter collectors, and builders who enjoy detailed aircraft interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCH-118 Iroquois\u003c\/strong\u003e was the Canadian Armed Forces version of the Bell UH-1H. Entering Canadian service in the late 1960s, it was used primarily for base rescue, search and rescue, medical evacuation, transportation, and general support operations. 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