Vietnam Era Rocket Pods and Warheads Kit - 1/35

This 1/35 scale model kit recreates the Vietnam-era rocket pods and FFAR (Folding-Fin Aerial Rockets) used on the AH-1 Cobra and UH-1 Huey helicopters. With meticulously detailed 3D-printed resin parts, this kit allows modellers to accurately portray the diverse load outs used in combat during the Vietnam War.

Kit Contents:

• 2 x XM157 Rocket Pods (7-shot) with end detail

• 2 x XM158 Rocket Pods (7-shot) with end detail

• 2 x LAU-3 Rocket Pods (19-shot) with end detail

• 40 x FFAR Rockets with four types of interchangeable warheads, enabling fully customised load outs

During the Vietnam War, rocket pods like the XM157, XM158, and LAU-3 were essential in close air support roles. The Mk 4 FFAR, or “Mighty Mouse,” was originally developed as an air-to-air weapon but became widely used as an air-to-ground tool, especially in helicopter-mounted rocket pods. Pods like the XM157 and XM158 were designed for quick reloading and reusability, making them effective in demanding combat environments. The LAU-3 pods, popular with the Air Force and Navy, could discharge rockets individually or all at once, making them versatile for different mission requirements.

Ideal for AH-1 Cobra and UH-1 Huey Helicopter Models – an authentic addition to Vietnam-era aircraft replicas.