The CH-53E developed from the CH-53 Stallion is the largest and heaviest helicopter in the U.S. military. It is built to serve the long range minesweeping and heavy-lift needs of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. The CH-53E has been used in a variety o f situations beginning first during the Beirut barracks explosion in 1983 and a wide range of search-and-rescue missions throughout the 1990s and into the 21st century. With a detailed finish and high-quality construction this model will make an exce llent addition to any collection.About Toys and Models CorporationSince 1982 Toys and Models has created exquisitely detailed historically accurate replicas of aircraft. New technology and materials combined with painstaking detail ensure that when y ou purchase a model from Toys and Models you`ll admire it for years to come. Toys and Models is located in Mahwah New Jersey