VN037
First Legion
Base piece measures 4.5" x 6". Model is 9" tall when assembled and on base with clear acrylic rod.
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Nicknamed the "Loach" (from LOH—Light Observation Helicopter), was a
small, fast, and highly maneuverable helicopter used extensively by the
U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Designed for reconnaissance, personnel
transport, and light attack missions, the OH-6A excelled in low-level
flight and could operate in tight, jungle-covered terrain. Its compact
size and speed made it ideal for scouting ahead of larger units, marking
enemy positions, and drawing enemy fire to expose ambushes—often
working in tandem with AH-1 Cobra gunships in a tactic known as
"hunter-killer" teams. Despite its light armor, the OH-6A earned a
reputation for toughness and played a critical role in aerial
reconnaissance and special operations.