- Air Power Series
- Realistic collectible model
- Diecast & plastic parts.
- Pad printed markings.
- Pilot figure, full weapons compliment, display stand included.
- Measures 10.75” L x 7.25” Wingspan
- Display model, recommended for hobbyists and collectors 14 years and above.
In 1967 the U.S. became aware of the Soviet MiG-25 Foxbat. This made it necessary to develop a new aircraft to counter the MiG-25. The USAF rejected the USN F-14 Tomcat and issued its own requirements. The solution came in the form of the McDonnell-Douglas (now Boeing) F-15 Eagle. The F-15A made its inaugural flight in July 1972 and in January 1976 the first Eagle entered service. The "E" entered service in 1989. The F-15 was the first dedicated USAF air superiority fighter since the F-86 Sabre.
The 53rd FS began as the 53rd Pursuit Squadron. In 1952 the squadron began operating from Bitburg and in 1977 received their first F-15A/B with newer F-15C/D replacements arriving in 1980. On December 20, 1990 24 aircraft from the 53rd TFS deployed to the Gulf War until July 1, 1991. On January 27, 1991 53rd TFS F-15C 84-0027 flown by Captain Benjamin Powel shot down an Iraqi Mirage and a MiG-23. The 53rd returned to Bitburg and on October 1, 1991 was re-designated 53rd FS. The 53rd FS was deactivated in 1999.
This Hobby Master model is a replica of the F-15C Eagle (Bureau Number 84-0027) flown by Captain Benjamin Powel from the 53rd Tactical Fighter Squadron during Operation Desert Strom where he shot down two Iraqi aircraft.
As with most Hobby Master models this F-15C Eagle features engraved panel lines, antennas, surface details an opening canopy, a well-appointed cockpit (with instrumentation details), full weapons complement, optional-position landing gear, authentic squadron markings, and a display stand.
This F-15C Eagle is a great addition to your diecast aircraft collection.
Specifications :
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Role:
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C – Single-seat, all-weather, air-superiority fighter - 483 built
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D – Dual-seat variant of the C – 92 built
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E – Dual-seat, all-weather, multi-role strike fighter - 237 built
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Dimensions
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Length:
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C/D/E 63 ft 9 in (19.43 m)
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Wingspan:
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C/D – 42 ft 10 in (13.06 m)
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E – 42 ft 9.75 in (13.05 m)
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Height:
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C/D – 18 ft 8 in (5.69 m)
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E – 63 ft 9 in (5.63 m)
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Weight:
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Empty:
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C/D - 28,600 lb (12793 kg)
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E – 31,700 lb (14,379 kg)
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Maximum Take-off:
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C/D – 68,000 lb (30,844 kg)
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E – 81,000 lb (36,741 kg)
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Engines:
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C/D – 2 X P&W F100-PW turbofans with afterburners, each engine rated @ 25,000 thrust (11,250 kg)
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E/F – Prior to August 1991 - 2 X P&W F100-P-220 turbofans, each rated @ 14,670 ls st (65.26kN) dry and 23,830 lb st (106.0 kN) with afterburners
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After August 1991 – 2 X P&W F100-PW-229 turbofans, each rated @ 17,800 lb st (79.18 kN) dry and 29,100 lb st (129.45 kN) with afterburners
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Range:
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C/D:
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Ferry - 3,450 miles (3,000 nm) with CFTs + 3 X external fuel tanks
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E:
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Ferry – 3,570 miles (3,100 nm) with CFTs + drop tanks
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With Drop Tanks only:
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2,765 miles (2,400 nm)
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Normal Combat Radius:
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790 miles (685 nm)
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Maximum Combat Radius:
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1,150 miles (1,000 nm)
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Speeds:
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C/D – 1,875 mph (Mach 2.5 +)
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E - Maximum Level Flight Clean @ High Altitude – 1,650 mph (2,655 km/h)
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Cruise @ Optimum Altitude – 570 mph (917 km/h)
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Ceiling:
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C/D – 65,000 ft (19,697 m)
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E – 60,000 ft (18,290 m)
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Armament:
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C:
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1 X M-61A1 20mm multi-barrel internal gun, 940 rounds of ammunition
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4 X AIM-9L/M Sidewinders And
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4 X AIM-7F/M Sparrow missiles Or
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Missile Combination - AIM-9L/M, AIM-7-F/M and AIM-120
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E:
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1 X M-61A1 20mm multi-barrel internal gun, 512 rounds of ammunition
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4 X AIM-9L/M Sidewinder on the under-wing stations And
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12 X CBU-52 (6 with wing tanks)
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12 X CBU-59 (6 with wing tanks)
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12 X CBU-71 (6 with wing tanks)
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12 X CBU-87 (6 with wing tanks)
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12 X CBU-89 (6 with wing tanks)
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20 X MK-20 (6 with wing tanks)
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