F-16D Block 30/40/50 USAF Kinetic K48105 1:48

Build an F-16D Block 30/40/50 USAF with the approx. 220 parts provided with the kit! A Gold Series kit (completely new tool) by Kinetic. The decals are designed by Fightertown Decals and printed at Cartograf. 

The kit features: 

• Positional flaps and slats
• New engraving technology for crisp panel line and laser engraving for super-detailing
• Fully detailed cockpit
• Complete intake
• Super detailed MLG and NLG bay
• Compatible with 'Magnetic Firepower' Kinetic's new Interchangeable Modern Weapons Set
• Weapon set includes: Fuel tank, AIM-9M/X, AIM-120B/C, AIM-7X, GBU-12, GBU-49, GBU-24, GBU-31, GBU-38, AAQ-13/14, AAQ-28 Litening, AAQ-33 Sniper, ALQ-184

The Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon is one of the world’s most prolific fighter aircraft. Lockheed Martin delivered about 4,600 F-16s to over 25 countries. More than 3,000 F-16 fighters are currently operational worldwide. The Fighting Falcon entered service in 1979. The last of 2,231 F-16 fighters for the US Air Force (USAF) was delivered in March 2005. The first two-seat F-16D version was accepted by the US government in January 2009. The F-16C and F-16D aircraft, which are the single- and two-place counterparts to the F-16A/B, incorporated modern cockpit control and display technology. All F-16s delivered since November 1981 have built-in structural and wiring provisions and systems architecture that permit expansion of the multirole flexibility to perform precision strike, night attack and beyond-visual-range interception missions. All active units and many Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve units have converted to the F-16C/D.

The F-16D Block 30/40/50 refers to a series of F-16D variants used by the United States Air Force (USAF) as well as other users around the world. These variants incorporate specific upgrades and modifications compared to earlier F-16 models. Here is some information about the F-16D Block 30/40/50 used by the USAF:

1. Block 30: The Block 30 F-16D is an upgraded version of the F-16C/D aircraft. It features improved avionics and weapons systems compared to earlier blocks. The Block 30 variant is equipped with the AN/APG-68 radar, which offers enhanced tracking capabilities and increased situational awareness.
2. Block 40: The Block 40 F-16D is an upgraded version primarily designed for ground attack missions. It incorporates advanced avionics and weapon systems, including the AN/APG-68(V)9 radar, which provides improved detection and tracking of ground targets. The Block 40 variant also features a Helmet-Mounted Cueing System (HMCS) for better target acquisition and engagement.
3. Block 50: The Block 50 F-16D is a more advanced version with upgraded avionics and capabilities. It includes the AN/APG-68(V)9 radar, similar to the Block 40, but also incorporates additional enhancements such as improved electronic warfare systems and increased payload capacity. The Block 50 variant offers enhanced capabilities for air-to-air and air-to-ground missions.

Specific configurations and capabilities of F-16D Block 30/40/50 aircraft within the USAF fleet may vary, depending on individual upgrades, equipment, and mission requirements. These variants have been widely used by the USAF and have proven to be highly capable and versatile aircraft in various operational environments.

By Kinetic