Kamov KA-50 Hokum 1/100 Model Kit.

The Kamow Ka-50 was created as a classic assault machine, with particular emphasis on destroying armored targets with the possibility of fighting at night and in bad weather conditions. Ka-50 has a very well-designed hull and high aerodynamic capabilities. It is also characterized by a very high maximum speed of 350-360 km / h. As the first helicopter in the world, the Ka-50 also has a catapulted pilot's seat. It also has very good armor (with particular emphasis on the engine and the pilot's cabin) made of steel and a large number of composites. Permanent armament is a 30mm cannon, and AT-16 guided anti-tank missiles are out of hand. Thanks to its advantages, the Ka-50 is at least comparable to the AH-64D Apache. At the moment (2017), the main user of this helicopter is the armed forces of the Russian Federation. It is estimated that the unit cost of the Ka-50 is about 16 million. dollars by 2011 prices.