Brand new 1/400 scale diecast airplane model of Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker Tanker Aircraft "Seymour Johnson AFB" United States Air Force "Gemini Macs" Series die cast model by GeminiJets.
Detailed exterior.
True-to-scale detail.
Does NOT include stand.
This model does not have any openings.
Manufacturers original unopened packaging.
Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
Dimensions approximately L-4 Wingspan-3.875 inches.
Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel.
HISTORY ASPECTS:
Originally designated as a replacement for the venerable KC-97 Tanker the first KC-135 was designed from the Boeing type 367-80. The initial Boeing 367-80 - also known as the Dash 80 - would not only lay the groundwork for the KC-135 but also for the Boeing 707 as well. The KC-135 has seen many iterations over the years with the first launch order coming from the USAF in 1954. The first KC-135A took to the skies in August 1956 with first deliveries to the USAF having begun in June 1957. All initial KC-135A aircraft were delivered with Pratt & Whitney J-57 Turbo-Jet engines. Although these engines were technologically advanced for their day they produced lots of smoke they were very loud and they burned excessive amounts of fuel. During the 1980s a modernization program entailed replacing the original engines of the KC-135A with Pratt & Whitney JT3D TurboFan engines - military designation: TF-33 - derived from retired Boeing 707 airliners. The newly modified jet was designated the KC-135E and rendered the aircraft more reliable with enhanced performance. This update extended the life of the KC-135 well into the next century. The final engine modification arose with the replacement of the TF-33 engines with high bypass CFM-56 engines which brought the aircraft up to modern days standa
Detailed exterior.
True-to-scale detail.
Does NOT include stand.
This model does not have any openings.
Manufacturers original unopened packaging.
Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
Dimensions approximately L-4 Wingspan-3.875 inches.
Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel.
HISTORY ASPECTS:
Originally designated as a replacement for the venerable KC-97 Tanker the first KC-135 was designed from the Boeing type 367-80. The initial Boeing 367-80 - also known as the Dash 80 - would not only lay the groundwork for the KC-135 but also for the Boeing 707 as well. The KC-135 has seen many iterations over the years with the first launch order coming from the USAF in 1954. The first KC-135A took to the skies in August 1956 with first deliveries to the USAF having begun in June 1957. All initial KC-135A aircraft were delivered with Pratt & Whitney J-57 Turbo-Jet engines. Although these engines were technologically advanced for their day they produced lots of smoke they were very loud and they burned excessive amounts of fuel. During the 1980s a modernization program entailed replacing the original engines of the KC-135A with Pratt & Whitney JT3D TurboFan engines - military designation: TF-33 - derived from retired Boeing 707 airliners. The newly modified jet was designated the KC-135E and rendered the aircraft more reliable with enhanced performance. This update extended the life of the KC-135 well into the next century. The final engine modification arose with the replacement of the TF-33 engines with high bypass CFM-56 engines which brought the aircraft up to modern days standa
Price history
Aug 27, 2023
€42.61