- Air Power Series
- Highly detailed realistic collectible model
- Diecast & Plastic parts
- Pilot figure
- Pad applied markings
- Stand included
- Measures 8.25” L x 5.25” Wingspan
- Display model, recommended for adult hobbyists and collectors.
The F-16 Fighting Falcon was produced by General Dynamics who became Lockheed who then merged with Martin Marietta to become Lockheed Martin. The F-16 entered service in January 1979 as a multi-role jet fighter that evolved into an all-weather multi-role aircraft capable of sustaining 9-g turns. The F-16 is relatively inexpensive to purchase and maintain so the U.S. and 25 other countries added it to their inventory. The Fighting Falcon is referred to by its pilots as the “Viper” and will remain in USAF service until 2025.
In 1942 – 1943 the 18th Pursuit Squadron (Interceptor) took part in the Aleutian Campaign and remained in Alaska as part of the defense force until 1946 when it was inactivated. In 1952 the squadron was re-activated and served at various locations until 1982 when they called Eielson AFB Alaska home. After several designation changes they became the 18th Aggressor Squadron on August 24, 2007. In 2017 F-16C 86-0295 (c/n 5C-401) was painted in a green and brown BDU (Battle Dress Uniform) scheme and wore it throughout 2018.
This Hobby Master replica is of F-16C (Bureau No: 86-0295) “BDU Splinter” from the 18th Aggressor Squadron, 354th Fighter Wing based at Eielson Air Force Base Alaska, 2018. The model is painted in the green and brown Battle Dress Uniform (BDU) scheme.
As with all Hobby Master models this F-16C features engraved panel lines, antennas, surface details an opening canopy, a well-appointed cockpit (with instrumentation details), pilot figure, weapons complement, optional-position landing gear, authentic squadron markings, and a display stand.
Specifications :
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Role:
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Multi-role fighter
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Manufacturer :
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General Dynamics Corp. / Lockheed Martin Corp
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Initial Unit cost :
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F-16C/D, $20 million plus
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First Deployed :
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January 1979
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(F-16A)Crew :
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1 x F-16C / 1 or 2 x F-16D
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Power Plant :
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F-16C/D
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1 x Pratt and Whitney F100-PW-200/220/229 or
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1 x General Electric F110-GE-100/129
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Thrust :
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F-16C/D / 27,000 lb (12,150 kg)
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Length:
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49 ft, 5 in (14.8 m)
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Wingspan
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32 ft 8 in (9.8 m)
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Height:
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16 ft (4.8 m)
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Speed:
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1,500 mph (Mach 2 @ altitude)
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Ceiling:
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Above 50,000 (15 km)
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Maximum Takeoff Weight:
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37,500 lb (16,875 kg)
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Range:
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Greater than 2,425 mi (2,100 nm / 3,900 km)
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Combat Radius:
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F-16C 851.6 mi (1,370 km / 740 nm) w/ 2 x 2,000 lb bombs + 2 x AIM-9 + 1,040 U.S. gal external tanks
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391.3 mi (630 km / 340 nm) w/ 4 x 2,000 lb bombs + 2 x AIM-9 + 340 U.S. gal external tanks
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230.2 mi (370 km / 200 nm) + 2 hr. 10 min. patrol w/ 2 x AIM-7 + 2 x AIM-9 + 1,040 lb U.S. gal external tanks
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Armament:
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1 x M-61A1 20mm multi-barrel cannon with 500 rounds
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1 x M-61A1 20mm multi-barrel cannon with 500 rounds
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External stations can carry up to six air-to-air missiles
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Conventional air-to-air and air-to-surface munitions
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Electronic countermeasure pods.
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