Kitty Hawk 1/35 SH-60F Ocean Hawk

Kit No. KH50007

Kitty Hawk 1/35 SH-60F Ocean Hawk

The Sikorsky SH-60F “Ocean Hawk” served as the U.S. Navy’s primary carrier-based anti-submarine warfare helicopter during the late Cold War and post–Cold War era. Developed from the SH-60 Seahawk family, the SH-60F replaced the aging SH-3 Sea King aboard aircraft carriers and specialized in submarine hunting using its powerful AQS-13 dipping sonar system and sonobuoy equipment. The aircraft also served in search-and-rescue and logistics support roles throughout its operational life.

Kitty Hawk’s 1/35 scale SH-60F was released in 2020 as part of the company’s ambitious large-scale Seahawk helicopter series. The kit immediately attracted attention because few manufacturers had attempted modern naval helicopters in 1/35 scale with this level of detail.

Builder & Reviewer Feedback

Builders consistently praise the kit for:

• Excellent overall surface detail

• Outstanding cabin detail

• Highly detailed rotor head assembly

• Excellent engine compartment detail

• Folding rotor and tail options

• Strong carrier deck display potential

• Impressive overall size and presence

Cybermodeler praised the kit’s:

The same review highlighted:

• Detailed T700 engines

• Positionable engine access panels

• Folding rotor blade options

• Foldable tail boom

• Detailed sonar equipment

• Detailed avionics bay

Britmodeller builders repeatedly described the Seahawk series as:

Another Britmodeller builder specifically noted:

Modelers frequently mention:

• Outstanding carrier deck diorama potential

• Excellent folded-blade display possibilities

• Strong weathering opportunities

• Impressive cockpit and cabin detail

• Excellent compatibility with aftermarket upgrades

Builders also commonly warn about several issues:

• Instruction sheet errors

• Incorrect part numbering

• Complex rotor-fold assembly

• Cabin alignment challenges

• Careful dry-fitting required

Cybermodeler specifically warned:

The review also identified:

• Rotor fold instruction errors

• Incorrect part references

• Assembly confusion around folded rotor components

Britmodeller builders strongly emphasized:

Large Scale Planes forum discussions also noted:

• Limited aftermarket availability

• Interior corrections desired for the Ocean Hawk cabin

• Folded rotor assembly challenges

Despite those issues, advanced helicopter modelers strongly recommend the kit because:

• The finished result is spectacular

• The scale allows enormous detailing opportunities

• Modern naval helicopters are rarely available in this size

• The carrier-deck presence is exceptional

Recommended Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced

Features

• 1/35 scale SH-60F Ocean Hawk

• Folding main rotor option

• Folding tail boom option

• Detailed T700 engines

• Detailed sonar equipment

• Full cabin interior

• Detailed avionics bay

• Photo-etch parts included

• Multiple U.S. Navy markings

• Carrier deck display potential

Paint Suggestions

• U.S. Navy Helo Gray

• Flat Black anti-glare panels

• Light weathered rotor blades

• Exhaust staining

• Carrier deck grime effects

• Satin operational finish recommended

Builders frequently recommend:

• Salt-weathering effects

• Hydraulic fluid staining

• Rotor blade fading

• Carrier deck wear

• Exhaust soot around engine housings

• Subtle panel fading

Store Recommendation

One of the most impressive modern naval helicopter kits available in any scale. The Kitty Hawk SH-60F Ocean Hawk offers exceptional detailing opportunities and outstanding carrier-deck display presence for experienced helicopter and naval aviation modelers.