Metal Earth: CH-47 Chinook Boeing Helicopter

This American tandem rotor, heavy-lift helicopter was first used during the Vietnam War. Powered by two 4,733 horsepower turbo-shaft engines, it has a top speed of 196 mph which made it faster than any other utility and attack helicopter at that time. It remains in production and frontline service, with over 1,200 built to date.

• Sheets: 2
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Assembled size: 7.4"L x 3.74"W x 1.89"H (18.8 x 9.5 x 4.8 cm)
• Ages: 14+

Pop the parts out of the steel sheet and join them by bending the small tabs through their slots. No glue or solder needed; tweezers or needle-nose pliers make it easier.