F-16C "Blue Splinter" 86-0335, 354th Wing, 18th AGRS, Eielson AFB, Alaska, 2018
Features
- Model is approximately 8.25" long with a 5.25" wingspan
- Die cast metal construction with some plastic components
- Accurate markings and insignia
- Includes pilot figure
- Optional-position landing gear
- Detachable ordnance loads
- Opening canopy
- Display stand included
The F-16C Fighting Falcon is a versatile, single-engine multirole fighter developed by General Dynamics (now Lockheed Martin) for the U.S. Air Force. First introduced in the 1970s, the F-16C is renowned for its agility, advanced avionics, and ability to perform a wide range of missions, including air superiority, ground attack, and reconnaissance. Powered by a Pratt & Whitney F100 engine, the F-16C can reach speeds of over Mach 2 and has a combat radius of approximately 500 miles. Its advanced cockpit and fly-by-wire control system make it highly maneuverable and easy to fly in both high-speed combat and close air support roles. The F-16C is equipped with a wide array of weapons, including AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles, precision-guided bombs, and a M61 Vulcan cannon. Its low operating costs, reliability, and effectiveness have made it a cornerstone of many air forces worldwide.
