RH/CH-53 Super Stallion: Our RH/CH-53 Super Stallion model helicopter is brought to life by a talented team who works hard to make it look as realistic as possible. First the RH/CH-53 Super Stallion model is handcrafted by master craftsmen, followed by several priming and sanding processes. Gifted artists then refer to images of the original helicopter to paint on the details – even the smallest ones are included. A final coat of clear lacquer not only protects the details, but also provides the RH/CH-53 Super Stallion helicopter model a glossy finish. Lastly, the replica goes through many stages of quality control to ensure that it is ready for delivery. The RH/CH-53 Super Stallion model helicopter is mounted on a mahogany-based chrome pedestal, so you can display it as soon as it arrives. RH/CH-53 Super Stallion History: Navy and Marine CH-53s were first known as Sea Stallions. First flown in 1964, the Sea Stallion was developed for the U.S. Marine Corps. It was designed to carry a 105mm howitzer or 38 combat-equipped troops. Production deliveries began in 1966. The RH-53 is the Minesweeping version. The RH-53 Sea Stallion is a variant of the CH-53 Sea Stallion. The CH-53 Sea Stallion is a Heavy-lift cargo helicopter type of aircraft. It was manufactured by Sikorsky Aircraft. It is still active in the service. Its primary users are the United States Marine Corps, United States Navy, and German Army. The RH-53 Sea Stallion is a specialized mine countermeasures of the CH-53 Sea Stallion. It is fitted with such devices for the detection, sweeping, and neutralization of all types of mine. It replaced the old RH-3A Sea Kings of the United Navy in 1973. The Sea Stallion is still being utilized even though the helicopter is very difficult. It is still being selected because it has great capacity to carry heavy loads. It allows 30 people with less fuel and it has a maximum gross weight of 42,000 pounds and speed up to 160 knots. The Sea Stallion is also known for making a few loops from time to time despite its huge size. The RH-53 is a re-engined CH-53A with two 3925 shp T64-GE-413 engines. It is a minesweeper version for the United States Navy. It is also used by the United States Marine Corps.