{"product_id":"atm223","title":"Atlantis 1\/96 Piasecki H-16 Transporter Helicopter Model Kit","description":"\n\u003cp\u003eBuild a remarkable experimental helicopter with the \u003cstrong\u003eAtlantis 1\/96 Scale Piasecki H-16 Transporter Plastic Model Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e. This classic vintage-style kit recreates the enormous tandem-rotor helicopter developed for military transport and rescue missions during the early Cold War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes \u003cstrong\u003e59 plastic parts\u003c\/strong\u003e molded in silver and clear, movable rotors, an operating cargo door, two pilot figures, waterslide decals, a swivel display stand, and a collectible trading card. The completed helicopter measures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e9.75 inches long\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/96 scale Piasecki H-16 Transporter helicopter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e59 plastic parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive tandem-rotor helicopter design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMovable front and rear rotors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating cargo door\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo pilot figures included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParts molded in silver and clear plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterslide decals and instructions included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwivel display stand included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectible Atlantis trading card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished length: approximately 9.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotor diameter: approximately 9.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for ages 14 and up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHistoric Piasecki H-16 Transporter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Piasecki H-16 was an ambitious experimental tandem-rotor helicopter developed during the 1950s. Originally envisioned for long-range rescue missions, the aircraft attracted interest from the U.S. Army and Air Force for its potential military transport capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe design was intended to carry up to 40 troops, 32 litter patients, or three Jeeps. However, following the crash of the second prototype in 1956, the H-16 program was canceled before entering production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMovable Features and Display\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model features movable rotors and an operating cargo door, adding interest to the completed helicopter. The included swivel stand provides a convenient way to display this unusual aircraft, while the collectible trading card celebrates the kit's vintage heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAssembly and Finishing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis classic aircraft kit offers an enjoyable project for builders interested in experimental helicopters and Cold War aviation. Additional painting can enhance the cockpit, crew figures, rotor assemblies, and exterior markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaint and plastic model glue are required and sold separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is an unassembled static plastic model kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/atlantis-models\"\u003eAtlantis model kits\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/plastic-model-kits\"\u003eplastic model kits\u003c\/a\u003e at Fusion Scale Hobbies. Complete your project with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/paint\"\u003emodel paints\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/glue\"\u003emodel glue\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Atlantis\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Item Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e H223\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/96\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Piasecki H-16 Transporter Helicopter\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParts:\u003c\/strong\u003e 59\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinished Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.75 inches\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotor Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.75 inches\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14+\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 850041894591\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic Model Kit\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Atlantis Model","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50994050924800,"sku":"ATM223","price":21.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/6453\/5552\/files\/H223_final_2025__80611.webp?v=1794508195","url":"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/products\/atm223","provider":"Fusion Scale Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}