00011 NIKE HERCULES missile (Classics Limited Edition)
In january 1958, the ground-to-air guided missile Nike Hercules went into operational use with the US Army. Its excellent performances proved that the threat posed by high-flying bombers could now effectively be countered with defensive systems. Max speed: Mach 3,65. Between 1957 and 1978 more than 25.550 guided missiles of the Hercules type were built.
Model-details: - Detailed rocket body with boosters - Separate stabilisator fins - Detailed launch platform - Control equipment - Movable launcher - 3 ground crew figures - Colourful decals for a US Army version
Colors: 90 301 361
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Model details |
Scale | 1:40 |
Release date | 04/2009 |
No. of parts | 75 |
Length | 310 mm |
Skill Level | 4 |
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Original details |
Type description | Rocket |
Year/Period | 1958 |
Origin | USA |
Speed | 3927 km/h |