Ka-31 HELIX 1:350 Rotorcraft Kit - Trumpeter 06228  [TP06228]

Ka-31 HELIX 06228 in 1:350 scale - kit summary

This multi-sprue plastic model renders the Ka-31 HELIX airborne early-warning helicopter at 1:350 scale, supplied for dedicated hobbyists and collectors who work at small shipboard scales.

The prototype Ka-31 stems from Kamov coaxial rotor designs and is fitted with a distinctive surveillance radar to enlarge a fleet's detection envelope against air and surface contacts. It has been deployed aboard a variety of surface warships and amphibious platforms.

Sized for integration with 1:350 vessels, the model consists of six sprues and ninety parts, finishing with a fuselage about 41.8 mm long and 40.1 mm wide. Exterior features and primary airframe shapes receive the main detailing; internal cockpit or cabin detail is not the kit's focus, so precise handling and conventional modeling adhesives are required.

Assembly tips: pre-fit the rotor mast and radar elements before final gluing, use subtle washes and careful brush highlights around sensor areas, and evaluate adding photo-etched parts or fine thread for antenna and deck fittings to raise scale accuracy. There are no decals included, so paint-based markings or aftermarket decals will be needed.

A neat-scale Ka-31 HELIX useful for 1:350 naval compositions; the kit's part count and dimensions make it suitable for builders prioritizing external appearance and deck fitment.