1:40 Nike Hercules Missile
The Nike Hercules was the second "combat-ready" land-based surface-to-air missile to be put into operation by the US Army. Designed to replace the already operational Nike Ajax, the Hercules had a greater range and accuracy than its predecessor, but maintained the same electronically-controlled guidance system. This very successful control system seeks out the target, then at the same time directs the missile to it. The dart-shaped missile carried an Atomic warhead and was 27 feet long. Its cluster of four booster rockets were 14.5 feet in length. Both the missile and its booster were powered with solid-propellant rocket engines, and its speed was given as being between 2,000 and 2,500 miles per hour. Its range was approximately 70 miles. The atomic warhead was designed to insure that detonation could only occur at altitudes sufficiently high to prevent damage to friendly surrounding territory.
This kit comes moulded in white. It will include decals and the original 2 colour instruction sheet. Missile moves up and down and comes with 3 ground crew figures. 70 parts. Produced under license from Boeing.
Features:
- 3 Launch crew figures
- Separate booster stage
- Moving parts
- US Army decals
