This is a 1/48 scale Academy plastic model kit. The Hughes 500D Police helicopter went into production in 1969 and is one of the fastest helicopters in its class. The MD 500 series is an American family of light utility civilian and military helicopters. It developed from the Hughes 500 a civilian version of the US Army s OH-6A Cayuse/Loach. This kit includes fully engraved panel lines highly detailed cockpit interior police figure motorcycle as well as a marking and painting guide. Decals are included to further enhance the accuracy and realism of this kit.