THIS IS NOT A TOY.
This is a model kit that requires assembly, (optional) painting and application of decals.
No glue or paints are included with the model.
The color of the plastic parts is gray.
Water decals are included. There are two options:
- 27th special Operations Wing, Hurlburt Field, FL, USAF 1995
- 16th Special Operations Squadron, Somalia, USAF 1992 / 1993
Assembly and painting guide in English is included.
Assembled model dimensions:
- Length: 16.25"
- Wingspan: 22."
Recommended for 15 years and older.
We ship in boxes, never in envelopes. The box and model will be in new condition and parts will be sealed.
The Lockheed AC-130 gunship is a heavily armed, long-endurance, ground-attack variant of the C-130 Hercules transport, fixed-wing aircraft. It carries a wide array of ground-attack weapons that are integrated with sensors, navigation, and fire-control systems. Since its large profile and low operating altitudes around 7,000 feet (2,100 m) make it an easy target, its close air support missions are usually flown at night.
The AC-130 has an unpressurized cabin, with the weaponry mounted to fire from the port side of the fuselage. During an attack, the gunship performs a pylon turn, flying in a large circle around the target, so is able to fire at it for far longer than in a conventional strafing attack. The AC-130H Spectre was armed with two 20 mm M61 Vulcan cannons, one L/60 Bofors 40 mm cannon, and an M137 105 mm cannon and M37 recoil mechanism from the M102 howitzer. After 1994, the 20 mm cannons were removed. The upgraded AC-130U Spooky has a 25 mm GAU-12 Equalizer cannon in place of the Spectre's two 20 mm cannons, an improved fire-control system, and increased ammunition capacity. The new AC-130J was based on the MC-130J Commando II special-operations tanker. The AC-130W Stinger II is a modified C-130H with upgrades including a precision strike package.