F-16 "336 Mira 80 Years Scheme" 018 Hellenic Air Force 2023 (w/ 2 x GBU-24; 2 x AGM-65) in 1:72 scale
This is the F-16 "336 Mira 80 Years Scheme" 018 Hellenic Air Force 2023 (w/ 2 x GBU-24; 2 x AGM-65) in 1:72 scale by Hobby Master.
The F‑16 “336 Mira 80 Years Scheme” (serial 018) of the Hellenic Air Force, unveiled in 2023, commemorates the 80th anniversary of Greece’s storied 336 Squadron "Olympos" with a bold heritage paint scheme featuring sky-blue tail art and commemorative markings. Unique among modern fighters, this F‑16 blends fully-capable combat configuration—armed with GBU‑24 bombs and AGM‑65 Mavericks—with ceremonial aesthetics, symbolizing both operational readiness and historical pride. Upgraded under the Peace Xenia III program to Block 52+ (with AESA radar, Link‑16, and advanced EW), aircraft 018 showcases how legacy and cutting-edge tech can coexist—making it a rare fusion of celebratory livery, frontline lethality, and cultural significance in today’s fighter fleets.
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship
The F‑16 “336 Mira 80 Years Scheme” (serial 018) of the Hellenic Air Force, unveiled in 2023, commemorates the 80th anniversary of Greece’s storied 336 Squadron "Olympos" with a bold heritage paint scheme featuring sky-blue tail art and commemorative markings. Unique among modern fighters, this F‑16 blends fully-capable combat configuration—armed with GBU‑24 bombs and AGM‑65 Mavericks—with ceremonial aesthetics, symbolizing both operational readiness and historical pride. Upgraded under the Peace Xenia III program to Block 52+ (with AESA radar, Link‑16, and advanced EW), aircraft 018 showcases how legacy and cutting-edge tech can coexist—making it a rare fusion of celebratory livery, frontline lethality, and cultural significance in today’s fighter fleets.
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship
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