Gemini Jets 1/200 USAF United States Air Force Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker 58-0052 (G2AFO385)

Description

Up for sale is a brand new 1:200 scale USAF United States Air Force Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker 58-0052 (G2AFO385) by Gemini Jets

The KC-135 Stratotanker provides the core aerial refuelling capability for the United States Air Force and has excelled in this role for more than 60 years. This unique asset enhances the Air Force’s capability to accomplish its primary mission of global reach. It also provides aerial refuelling support to Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps and allied nation aircraft. The KC-135 is also capable of transporting litter and ambulatory patients using patient support pallets during aeromedical evacuations.

Four turbofans, mounted under 35-degree swept wings, power the KC-135 to takeoffs at gross weights of up to 322,500 pounds. A cargo deck above the refueling system can hold a mixed load of passengers and cargo. Depending on fuel storage configuration, the KC-135 can carry up to 83,000 pounds of cargo.

Of the original KC-135As, more than 417 were modified with new CFM-56 engines produced by CFM-International. The re-engined tanker, designated either the KC-135R or KC-135T, can offload 50 percent more fuel, is 25 percent more fuel efficient, costs 25 percent less to operate and is 96 percent quieter than the KC-135A.

The KC-135R and KC-135T aircraft continue to undergo life-cycle upgrades to expand their capabilities and improve reliability. Among these are improved communications, navigation, autopilot and surveillance equipment to meet future civil air traffic control needs.

This model aircraft is made from die-cast metal and include extensive detailing. It is similar in quality to NG Models, JC Wings, SQ Wings, Inflight200 & Aviation200