Officially Licensed USMC HMH-465 Warhorse PVC Blackout Patch — Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 465 Blackout PVC Patch
Warhorse goes dark — subdued heavy-lift power in tactical PVC.
Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 465 (HMH-465), the "Warhorse," operates the CH-53E Super Stallion from MCAS Miramar, California, providing the Marine Corps with its most critical heavy-lift helicopter capability. This blackout PVC variant features a fully subdued, low-visibility color scheme designed for tactical environments where standard colorful patches would compromise camouflage and operational security. The blackout design maintains all the detail of the standard Warhorse insignia while presenting it in a muted palette suitable for field use.
The PVC construction adds superior durability to the tactical blackout aesthetic, creating a patch that resists moisture, mud, fuel, and the general abuse of the CH-53E flight line. HMH-465's Super Stallion crews operate the most powerful helicopter in the Western world, lifting over 36,000 pounds of external cargo to deliver the heavy equipment, vehicles, and supplies that Marine ground forces need in combat. The blackout variant is the preferred choice for Marines who operate in environments where subdued insignia is required or preferred, combining squadron pride with tactical discipline.
Perfect For: HMH-465 Warhorse crew members and maintainers, CH-53E Super Stallion enthusiasts, blackout and subdued patch collectors, tactical PVC patch fans, and anyone who appreciates Marine heavy-lift power in a low-visibility format.
Dark horse, heavy lift — Warhorse blackout edition.