This is a limited Preorder Kit: We will only make as many kits as are preordered by midnight on Monday, July 28th (or whenever we reach production limit - whichever come first)

About the Bell® AH-1Z Viper® - US Marines Attack Helicopter

The current attack helicopter used by the US Marines light attack helicopter squadrons, the Bell® AH-1Z® Viper performs a vital security and air support role for America's amphibious fighting forces around the world. Based on earlier "Cobra" gunships, the current Viper has been upgraded extensively over previous versions. These upgrades includes all new "glass cockpit" displays, bearingless four-bladed main rotor for increased lift and ease of maintenance, a whole new suite of electronic sensors and countermeasures, and ability to deploy more advanced weapons systems, including AIM-9 Sidewinder, AGM-179 Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM), and 70mm SPKWS II guided rockets. Viper crew members have an increased day and night operations capabilities thanks to new helmet mounted Heads Up Displays that integrates with the improved nose-mounted FLIR and video systems. Each crew member also has nearly identical stations, so that weapons and flight controls can be used by both. The AH-1Z Viper shares 83% of mechanical and electronic equipment with the UH-1Y Venom utility helicopter, greatly simplifying maintenance and logistical requirements. This is important due to the global deployment and ship-borne nature of the Marines' light attack helicopter squadrons.  

The Viper is deployed with US Marines worldwide and has seen combat operations in Afghanistan and anti-piracy missions off the horn of Africa. 

Specifications:

• Engine: 2x General Electric T-700-GE-401C turboshaft
• Speed: 160mp (cruising) 225 mph (max)
• Crew: 2
• Range: 420 mi (690 km)
• Armament: 20 mm cannon, Hydra 70 and APKWS II rockets, AGM-111 and AGM-179 air-to-ground missiles, AIM-9 air-to-air missiles

Model Statistics:

• Designed by Daniel Siskind
• 792 LEGO® and Brickmania® elements
• 2x custom minifigs
• Custom 3D printed and UV printed elements
• Full-color printed building instructions
• 1/35th scale to match other Brickmania kits
• Intermediate Skill Level (4-6 years building experience recommended)

The base model (shown) is dressed in the livery of HMLA-267 Stingers. There is an option to replace the base model printing with a different squadron for a small fee. 
Figures shown have slightly different helmets in the final model (new 3D elements are currently being developed).

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All Brickmania® model kits are made of new-condition LEGO® bricks. This model comes disassembled and includes complete printed building instructions. This is a limited-edition kit and production may be discontinued at any time.

Bell®, emblems, logos, and body designs are trademarks of Textron Innovations Inc. and are used under license by Brickmania LLC.

This is not a LEGO® Product. LEGO and the LEGO minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorize, or endorse this product. The LEGO Group is not liable for any loss, injury or damage arising from the use or misuse of this product.