2011 Hess Mini Helicopter Transport: The Mini-Air Lift

The 2011 Hess Miniature Helicopter Transport was a specialized aerial-themed Mini. This small-scale model provided collectors with a compact version of a complex, three-in-one set, focusing primarily on the main aerial vehicle from that previous release.

Motorized Miniature Chopper

This miniature is a detailed scale replica of the 2001 Hess Helicopter with Motorcycle and Cruiser. Notably, this model focuses on replicating the main helicopter from the full-size 2001 set, effectively miniaturizing a single vehicle that was itself the “main” toy in the original multi-piece release.

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Key Features and Specifications

Model: Miniature Helicopter (Tandem Rotor Style).
Replica Inspiration: A miniature version of the main helicopter from the 2001 Hess Helicopter with Motorcycle and Cruiser set.
Color Scheme: Classic Hess white and green livery.
Motorized Features: Features two motorized spinning rotors (main and tail) that can be activated in two different ways—typically by a switch and an internal button—a very sophisticated feature for a miniature.
Lights: Features both internal and external lights.
Deployment: The helicopter features a quick-release display base for easy removal and play.
Missing Features: The truck carrier and the two land-based accessories (Motorcycle and Cruiser) that accompanied the 2001 full-size set were not included in this Mini release.

Metric	Detail	Collectible Value (MIB, Reference)
Original Retail Price	Typically priced affordably, often around $4.99 – $7.99.	N/A
Current Collectible Value	Mint condition, complete-in-box (MIB) with its display base and working features.	$10 – $25
Historical Note	The inclusion of motorized rotors on a Mini (a feature first seen in the 2005 Mini Helicopter) demonstrates Hess’s continued commitment to advanced engineering, regardless of scale.	N/A

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