Sorry, There seems to be some confusion here. I am not talking about a
model, I am talking about the photo you responded to, which is the actual
XH-17, not a model. I have even seen movie footage of it flying. There are
so many differences between the model and the photo of the helicopter, it's
tough to point them all out. It's like saying a DC-8 is a 707, because they
both have 4 engines and a swept wing. There is no argument about the model.
I suggest you do a "google" or what ever search method you would like, and
search on XH-17.
Ron


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"Ron Monroe" wrote:

Yes, this is the XH-17, built by Hughes, in Culver City. It was
originally
designed by Kellet, and the project was killed in 1953. This didn't use
ramjets, but it was powered by the two big J-35 jet engines, pumping hot
air
through the rotors. Not to be confused with their later hot air cycle
helicopter, I think, the XV-9A. I don't believe Hiller ever made their
heavy lift coptor concept, but they made the small two man Hiller Hornet,
YH-32. Mcdonnel also made a small two seat ramjet powered rotor, called
the
XH-20, but, I think those are the only two to fly.
Ron

Ron, the photo of the model I posted isn't the XH-17. It's in the Hiller
Aviation Museum in San Carlos, CA. It's the same model in the photo that
Troy posted. Here's all three to compare.

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