This is the AH-64E "Apache Guardian" 12-09025 16th Combat Aviation Brigade US Army in 1:72 scale by Hobby Master.
The AH‑64E “Apache Guardian” serial 12‑09025, flown by the 16th Combat Aviation Brigade—nicknamed the “Raptor Brigade – Born in Battle”—at Joint Base Lewis‑McChord, stands out as a pinnacle of modern attack helicopter innovation. Beyond its rugged reputation, what truly sets it apart is its open-systems architecture that supports cooperative engagement with unmanned aerial systems (UAS), a fully upgraded T700‑GE‑701D engine, composite rotor blades, and advanced avionics like the MTADS/PNVS and updated Longbow radar—features that collectively make it the most connected, agile, and lethal helicopter in the world.
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship.
The AH‑64E “Apache Guardian” serial 12‑09025, flown by the 16th Combat Aviation Brigade—nicknamed the “Raptor Brigade – Born in Battle”—at Joint Base Lewis‑McChord, stands out as a pinnacle of modern attack helicopter innovation. Beyond its rugged reputation, what truly sets it apart is its open-systems architecture that supports cooperative engagement with unmanned aerial systems (UAS), a fully upgraded T700‑GE‑701D engine, composite rotor blades, and advanced avionics like the MTADS/PNVS and updated Longbow radar—features that collectively make it the most connected, agile, and lethal helicopter in the world.
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship.
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