The B-1B is still one of the largest, fastest and most advanced long-range USAF bombers and forms the backbone of the Strategic Air Command. This variable geometry wing bomber is capable of carrying an internal weapon load of 34 tonnes and 26 tonnes externally with a range of 12,000 km at service ceiling. The B-1B underwent its baptism of fire in 'Operation Desert Shield' in the Iraq War.
As the planned successor to the B-52, the B-1A had already made its maiden flight in 1977. The first B-1B was delivered to the USAF on 27.7.1985. The radar cross section of the B-1B is only 25% of that of the B-52 and the weapons load has been enormously increased. Three tiers of internal weapons enable cruise missiles to be carried on a rotating suspension system as well as conventional bombs. The four GE F 101 engines each generate 13,608 kp with afterburner. The maximum speed at an altitude of 15,000 km is Mach 1.25.
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Construct the Strategic Bomber B-1B...
Strategic Bomber B-1B 'Lancer' Model Kit
The B-1B is still one of the largest, fastest and most advanced long-range USAF bombers and forms the backbone of the Strategic Air Command. This variable geometry wing bomber is capable of carrying an internal weapon load of 34 tonnes and 26 tonnes externally with a range of 12,000 km at service ceiling. The B-1B underwent its baptism of fire in 'Operation Desert Shield' in the Iraq War.
As the planned successor to the B-52, the B-1A had already made its maiden flight in 1977. The first B-1B was delivered to the USAF on 27.7.1985. The radar cross section of the B-1B is only 25% of that of the B-52 and the weapons load has been enormously increased. Three tiers of internal weapons enable cruise missiles to be carried on a rotating suspension system as well as conventional bombs. The four GE F 101 engines each generate 13,608 kp with afterburner. The maximum speed at an altitude of 15,000 km is Mach 1.25.
Model Details:
Construct the Strategic Bomber B-1B 'Lancer' with this Revell 1:72 scale plastic model kit. Kit includes: Structural details on surfaces, movable variable geometry wings, movable taileron, weapons bay with imitation ALCMs, detailed landing gear, open bomb bay doors and 14 cruise missiles. Also features detailed cockpit, cockpit access steps, 3 seated crew figures, one standing figure and super decals for two USAF versions. Measures Length 616 mm and Wingspan 545 mm.
Please note: Paints not included - Colours: 5 47 68 76 79 91.
