Reskit In Development: 1/35 S-64E Skycrane Upper Deck for ICM Kit
Reskit Unveils 1/35 S-64E Skycrane Upper Deck & Rotor Sets for ICM Kit
Large-scale rotary wing modelers have a massive upgrade to look forward to, as Ukrainian aftermarket manufacturer Reskit has revealed its latest engineering collaboration with ICM: a comprehensive 1/35 scale upper deck and rotor head detail set tailored specifically for the ICM Sikorsky S-64E Skycrane.
Reskit 1/35 S-64E / CH-54 Skycrane Upper Deck Set: Technical Profile
Upgrade Overview: Ukrainian aftermarket specialist Reskit (Res/Kit) has revealed a comprehensive 1/35 scale 3D-printed multimedia super-detailing set designed for the ICM Sikorsky CH-54A Tarhe / S-64 Skycrane kit family. Engineered to replace simplified injection-molded parts, this set provides an open-bay upper deck featuring exposed Pratt & Whitney turboshaft engines, the central main rotor transmission gearbox, intricate hydraulic plumbing, and structural engine mounts.
| Specification | Reskit Upgrade Details |
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| Manufacturer & Origin | Reskit (Res/Kit) — Ukraine |
| Subject Aircraft & Scale | Sikorsky S-64E / CH-54A Tarhe Skycrane — 1/35 Scale |
| Target Base Kit | ICM 1/35 CH-54A Tarhe (Kit #53054) / S-64 Skycrane variants |
| Manufacturing Technology | High-resolution 3D-printed UV resin with photo-etched (PE) metal frets |
| Replicated Assemblies | Dual Pratt & Whitney JFTD12A (T73) turboshafts, main transmission, rotor mast plumbing, walkaways, engine firewalls |
| Display Posture | Open-deck maintenance configuration with unshielded turbines and dynamic shafts |
Why the ICM 1/35 Skycrane Needs an Upper Deck Upgrade
- Replacing Heavy Mold Seams: Due to tooling limitations on large-scale plastic kits, ICM’s factory engines and transmission comprise two-part split halves with difficult centerline seams. Reskit supplies seamless, single-piece 3D-printed mechanical castings.
- Micro-Scale Hydraulic & Fuel Wiring: Captures the complex spiderweb of external fuel delivery lines, oil coolers, electrical harness conduits, and swashplate linkage rods that define the Skycrane’s skeletal industrial look.
- Hollow Turbine Inlets & Exhausts: Replicates paper-thin compressor guide vanes and hollow turbine exhaust bells that would otherwise require tedious micro-carving on standard plastic parts.
- Drop-in Structural Alignment: Keyed mounting tabs secure the entire upper deck assembly straight onto the ICM fuselage backbone without sagging under large rotor loads.
Frequently Asked Questions
Because the iconic Skycrane features an open, skeletal airframe design with no fuselage skin concealing its mechanical components, the exposed rotor head, main transmission, and gearbox form the visual centerpiece of any build. To capture this complexity in razor-sharp fidelity, Reskit is developing a fully detailed upper deck assembly in direct cooperation with ICM. The upcoming 3D-printed release will be offered in two dedicated configurations: a Folded Main Rotor version complete with blade fold restraint systems for transport or parked display, and an Unfolded Main Rotor option depicting the helicopter in standard flight-ready stance.
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Manufacturer: Reskit (developed in cooperation with ICM)
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Subject: Sikorsky S-64E Skycrane Upper Deck & Main Rotor
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Scale: 1/35
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Target Kit: ICM 1/35 S-64E Skycrane
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Media: 3D Printed Parts
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Configurations: Folded Main Rotor (with blade restraint supports) & Unfolded Main Rotor (flight configuration)
For builders looking to push this massive helicopter kit to competition level, incorporating premium scale model accessories will be essential to bring out the intricate mechanical piping and structural depth. Release dates and pricing have yet to be finalized, but you can track the latest development previews directly on the Reskit Official X Announcement.
Source: Reskit Official X Announcement
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