Tamiya 60304 - 1/32 McDonnell-Douglas F-15C Eagle 田宮軍事模型戰機 雙星孖星  [60304]

The U.S. Air Force requested a few manufacturers to examine and develop prototypes through the late 1960&39;s in FX program (Fighter Experimental). McDonnell Douglas was awarded a contract to produce the F-15 Eagle jet fighter in December 1969. The Eagle&39;s advanced level aerodynamic design significantly reduced drag at both low and high lift designs, and reached superior maneuverability during varying flight conditions.

Making its maiden flight in July 1972, it had been deployed in November 1974 because the F-15A Eagle, and had been in active service since that time. Its running on two Pratt & Whitney F100 afterburning turbofan engines developed solely the for the F-15, and is with the capacity of rates within the Mach 2.5 range. The F-15 can hold a heavy load of damaging tools, such as the internally mounted 20mm M61A-1 Vulcan cannon, with 940 rounds of ammo, the AIM-7 Sparrow radar guided missile and AIM9 Sidewinder quick range air-to-air missile. In 1979 an upgraded form of the Eagle was introduced whilst the F-15C. One notable modification was the rise in gas capability, but more gas was authorized by the conformal gas tanks, which snuggle involving the wings or over against the jet inlet ramps. This boost in gas capacity enables the Eagle to grow long range operations, like escorting AWACS and attack aircraft to their objectives. The Landing gear happens to be reinforced to simply accept the additional fuel fat, enabling a maximum take-off fat of 68,000 lbs (30844 kg). The F100 Pratt & Whitney engines were also upgraded for easier upkeep and increased performance. The F-15C&39;s maximum price of climb at sea degree is over 50,000ft (15,240m) each and every minute.

Once the Premier jet fighter the Eagle continuously receives improvements to keep speed with the changing advanced. The multi-stage improvement program (MSIP) is organized to improve the avionics, such as the interior ECM system and computer ability. The APG-63, provides exemplary long range navigation and tracking the Eagles&39; fighter interdiction role. Purchasing to its flexibility, adaptability and ruggedness, the F-15 Eagle will certainly still play its role of an air superiority fighter well into the twenty-first century.