French Army Eurocopter EC-665 Tigre HAP, 1/72 - Hobby Boss 87210

The Hobby Boss 87210 kit recreates the Eurocopter EC-665 Tigre HAP attack helicopter in the livery of the French Army, as a plastic model kit to be assembled at 1/72.

The Tigre HAP belongs to the European Tigre combat helicopter family. This scale reproduction makes it possible to create a modern military aviation subject in a format suitable for display in a collection or for use in a diorama.

Model kit features

• Brand : Hobby Boss
• Reference : 87210
• Type : plastic model kit to be assembled
• Subject : Eurocopter EC-665 Tigre HAP of the French Army
• Scale : 1/72
• Number of parts : 97
• Length when assembled : 219.5 mm
• Rotor diameter : 178.7 mm
• Markings : French

Assembly and finishing

Assembling a plastic kit becomes more precise with careful preparation of the parts, removing mold lines from the sprue attachment points, and using glue suitable for polystyrene. Primer can make painting easier and highlight any touch-ups that may be needed before applying the decals.

At 1/72 scale, details on the cockpit, landing gear, and rotor require careful handling. A progressive finish, with paint, varnish, and light weathering if desired, helps to emphasize the distinctive volumes of this modern combat helicopter.

Scale 1/72

At 1/72, each dimension of the real subject is reduced 72 times. This scale is especially popular for military aviation collections and compact dioramas.

Complementary products

• Plastic model glue
• Side cutters and precision craft knife
• Fine abrasive paper
• Primer and model paints
• Paintbrushes or an airbrush
• Finishing products for decals and varnish