Lockheed Martin F-16CJ (Block 50), TAM61098 TAMIYA America, Inc 1/48

Name: Tamiya 61098 1/48 Lockheed Martin F-16CJ (Block 50) Fighting Falcon.

Prototype Information:

The F-16 is one of the worlds top lightweight multi-role fighter aircraft. Since first deployment to U.S. Air Force (USAF) units in the late 1970s, total production numbers have exceeded 4,000, making it the second most highly produced jet fighter plane following the F-4 Phantom. The latest F-16 variant deployed to USAF units, the F-16C Block 50, is capable of precision night and all-weather bombing, and features advanced digital electronics for radar and cockpit displays. The slight variant, the F-16CJ (Block 50), is fitted with HARM Targeting System (HTS) and is used specifically for SEAD (Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses) missions. The F-16CJ (Block 50) has flown SEAD missions over Iraq while monitoring the northern and southern no-fly zones and during Operation Iraqi Freedom.

About The Model:

* Model represents the F-16CJ (Block 50) as used for USAF SEAD missions.
* Sleek fuselage including aerodynamic blended wing body design accurately reproduced.
* Accurately curved bubble top canopy can be assembled in the opened or closed position.
* Horizontal stabilizers are movable and flaperons can be modeled in both the up or down positions.
* A range of weapons and accessories are included such as:

– HARM.
– AMRAAM & Sidewinder missiles (M & X variants).
– Detachable external fuel tanks.
– ECM pod.
– HTS pod.

* One pilot figure included and can be depicted with either standard or JHMCS flight helmet.
* Detailed markings for 3 aircraft.

Notes & Tips:

* Includes a scale model which requires assembly, this is not a toy.
* Ages 14 and over.
* Choking hazard: Contains small parts.
* Actual model may vary from images.
* Does not include tools, cement or paints.
* Some modelling experience recommended