Description
Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series Diecast Model
Lockheed Martin F-16BM Fighting Falcon – 322 Squadron, Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF), Volkel Air Base, Netherlands, 2006
1:72 Scale. Length: 8.25". Wingspan: 5.5"
Limited production of approximately 700 models worldwide
The fourth batch of F-16 Fighting Falcons delivered to the RNIAF consisted of 4 aircraft 83-1208 – 83-1211. 83-1211 became J-211 and assigned to 315 Squadron in 1986. Over the years this aircraft spent time with numerous squadrons before being sold to the Chilean Air Force (Fuerza Aérea de Chile) in 2007 where it wore 738 assigned to the FACh Grupo 8. In 2006 and 2007 an FMS Program, Peace Amstel I, Chile acquired 11 F-16As and 7 F-16Bs.
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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