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| Expected release date is 30th Nov 2024 |
| Hobby Master 1:72 HA38037 F-16I Sufa - 119 Squadron "The Bat", IAF (with 4 x MK.117) |
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| Scale: 1:72 |
Length: 8.25" |
Width: 5.25" |
Composition: Diecast |
SKU: HM-HA38037 |
Period: Modern |
Preorder Expected Arrival - NOV 2024
The F-16I "Sufa" (Storm) is a specialized variant of the F-16 Fighting Falcon operated by the Israeli Air Force (IDF). In 2004, the IDF's 119th Squadron, also known as the "Bat" Squadron, began flying the F-16I. Based at Ramon Airbase, the 119th Squadron focuses on precision strike missions and air superiority roles. The F-16I features advanced avionics, conformal fuel tanks for extended range, and the capability to carry a variety of precision-guided munitions. With its state-of-the-art systems, the F-16I has been integral to Israel's defense strategy, participating in numerous operations to protect Israeli airspace and conduct deep-strike missions.
Designed by General Dynamics as a lightweight, daytime USAF air-combat fighter, the F-16 was first flown on January 20th, 1974. This single-engine, supersonic aircraft has, over the years, evolved into a multirole aircraft. It has a frameless bubble canopy-giving its pilot superior visibility-and it uses advanced aerodynamics. The F-16 was one of the first designs to use a relaxed static stability/fly-by-wire system, which helps it pull 9-g maneuvers and achieve speeds of more than Mach 2. Called "Viper" by its pilots, the F-16 is considered one of the most successful aircraft designs of the Cold War, with 4,400+ aircraft built since 1976.
Hobby Master's 1:72 scale F-16 is constructed using an intelligent mix of diecast metal and plastic, which allows for the greatest possible detail. Among this model's most remarkable features are an articulating hinged opening canopy that closes with almost no visible gap and landing gear that has been constructed as subassemblies for easy configuration. It also includes a large number of pad-printed flight instruments and a rudder and engine intake that are accurately replicated in plastic. The models in this series cover early variants to the most advanced later variants featuring conformal fuel tanks as well as both single and two seat variants.
Info: F-16I Sufa - 119 Squadron "The Bat", IAF (with 4 x MK.117)
