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Categories: Lockheed : US Air Force : Galaxy : Dragon
Lockheed C-5B Galaxy (USAF 436 Airlift Wing) (1:400 scale by Dragon 56267-03)
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Dragon Warbirds have just announced an enormous item – a 1/400 scale model of the C-5B Galaxy. This large military transport aircraft from Lockheed Martin offers intercontinental strategic heavy airlift for the US Air Force, plus it has an in-flight refueling capability that extends its range even further. The Galaxy is easily identified by its size, its high wings and the distinctive T-tail. The 37m-long cargo compartment offers 880m³ of space, sufficient to carry items like M1 Abrams tanks or even bulky M60 AVLBs. The C-5 Galaxy entered service in 1969, and a total of 131 aircraft were built. The C-5B, the subject of this Warbirds item, is an upgraded version produced between 1986 and 1989. The C-5B featured improved wings and avionics, as well as upgraded TF-39-GE-1C turbofan engines. This model is impressive in size as well as in its inherent detail. The components are carefully engineered for accuracy and strength, whilst the markings are realistically rendered. This C-5B Galaxy model will look impressive in any aircraft collection thanks to its scale and detail.
1:400 scale (approx. 17cm / 6.7in wingspan) - made by Dragon.
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