Black Hawk Down - Operation Gothic Serpent

Capture a pivotal modern military helicopter with the ICM Black Hawk Down – Operation Gothic Serpent 1:48 scale kit (HC-ICM48363). Designed with precise geometry and high-quality plastic sprues, this detailed kit offers flexible build options and multiple marking choices to depict aircraft from the Mogadishu mission.

Historical Context

In Somalia, civil conflict and famine led to international intervention in the early 1990s. During Operation Gothic Serpent on 3 October 1993, US special forces supported by 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment helicopters attempted to detain key figures in Mogadishu. Intense urban fighting followed, with two MH-60L helicopters shot down and a major rescue effort mounted. The battle became one of the most intense close combats experienced by US forces since Vietnam.

Model Features

• ML-60L helicopter model (early version) as used during Operation Gothic Serpent in October 1993
• Build the helicopter in three variants: with FLIR and nose radar, with FLIR only, or with additional internal fuel tank
• Features precise geometry matching real helicopter specifications
• Includes colour schemes and decals with six helicopter marking variants

Model Information

• Scale: 1:48
• Number of Parts: 310 pieces
• Length: 414 mm
• Width: 111 mm
• Includes detailed assembly instructions
• Highly detailed sprues with high accuracy made from quality plastic
• Box size: 410 x 260 x 55 mm

This ICM kit balances historical depth with modelling precision, making it a strong choice for enthusiasts of modern rotary-wing aircraft and contemporary conflict subjects.