Description
Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series Diecast Model
Lockheed Martin F-16C Fighting Falcon – 002, 336 Mira, Hellenic Air Force (Greece), 2020
1:72 Scale. Length: 8.25". Wingspan: 5.5"
Limited production of approximately 600 models worldwide
The Greek Government had considered purchasing the Eurofighter Typhoon but in 2005 opted instead to purchase the F-16 Fighting Falcon. Under the Peace Xenia IV agreement 20 Block 52 F-16Cs and 10 Block 52 F-16Ds would be delivered between 2009 and 2010. F-16C #06-0002 was the second C variant to be delivered to the 336 Squadron “Olympos” of 116 CW, the oldest and most famous squadron in Greece. The 336th began receiving their F-16s in 2014 making them the last HAF squadron to fly the A-7 Corsair.
The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a single-engine fighter aircraft built by General Dynamics, that later became Lockheed Martin. Originally designed as an air superiority day fighter, it evolved into a successful all-weather multi-role aircraft that can perform various kinds of missions. First flown on January 20, 1974, the F-16 entered operational service with the USAF in January of 1979. It has an internal M61 Vulcan 20mm cannon and multiple locations for mounting missiles, bombs and other mission equipment. Although it is no longer being purchased by the USAF, improved versions of the F-16 are still being produced for export customers. Over 4,500 F-16s have been built for the U.S. Air Force and the air forces of twenty-five other nations.
Hobby Master is a manufacturer of high quality, pre-assembled, die-cast display models. Every model is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, using specifications of the original aircraft or vehicle. They are made with diecast metal and some plastic components.
This model of an F-16 Fighting Falcon features:
Opening canopy
Detailed cockpit with a removable pilot figure
Realistic panel lines and antennas
Historically accurate printed graphics (no decals)
Removable weapons and/or external fuel tank
Optional extended landing gear
Display stand
Box with F-16 artwork
Category: Hobby Master 1:72 Military Aircraft
Not suitable for children under the age of 14 years
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