Hasegawa 1/48 AH-64D Apache Longbow PT23
About this Product
The Hasegawa 1/48 AH-64D Apache Longbow PT23 model kit faithfully recreates the U.S. Army’s premier attack helicopter in remarkable detail. The AH-64D variant features the distinctive Longbow radar dome mounted above the rotor hub, enhancing battlefield awareness and target acquisition capabilities. This fearsome helicopter has served in conflicts from the Gulf War to Afghanistan and Iraq, providing close air support and anti-armor firepower.
This 1/48 scale kit from Hasegawa offers highly detailed rotor assemblies, cockpit interiors, and weapon systems. It includes Hellfire missiles, Hydra rocket pods, and optional sensor and antenna configurations to match specific missions or units.
Key Features
• 1/48 scale injection-molded plastic model kit
• Accurately replicates the AH-64D Longbow variant
• Includes radar dome, detailed cockpit, and rotor systems
• Comes with Hellfire missiles, rocket pods, and targeting sensors
• U.S. Army marking options included
• Requires assembly and painting (glue and paints not included)
Why Buy This Kit?
• Build the definitive U.S. Army attack helicopter in 1/48 scale
• Features precision parts and iconic Longbow sensor array
• Includes full weapons suite for realistic loadouts
• Ideal for modern military modelers and helicopter enthusiasts
Paint & Hobby Tips
Use FS 34031 U.S. Army Helo Drab for the overall color. Highlight surface panel lines with subtle dry brushing or washes, and weather rotor blades with metallic streaking for added realism. Position the rotors and sensors for a dynamic display pose.
Historical Context Sidebar
The AH-64D Apache Longbow is an upgraded version of the original AH-64A, designed for all-weather, day/night combat effectiveness. The Longbow radar system allows the Apache to identify and engage multiple targets simultaneously while staying hidden behind terrain. First deployed in the late 1990s, it became a critical component in operations across the Middle East, offering unmatched survivability, firepower, and battlefield coordination. Its combat-proven reputation makes it one of the most respected attack helicopters in the world.
