F-16B "Fighting Falcon" J-259 RNLAF in 1:72 scale
This is the F-16B "Fighting Falcon" J-259 RNLAF in 1:72 scale by Hobby Master.
The Royal Netherlands Air Force F‑16B “Fighting Falcon” J‑259 is a historically significant two‑seat F‑16 that became the first F‑16 delivered to the RNLAF in June 1979, arriving at Leeuwarden Air Base and kicking off over four decades of Dutch service with the type. Originally a Block‑1 trainer with 323 Squadron markings, J‑259 served in operational and instructional roles until the late 1990s, later becoming a preserved heritage airframe reflecting the aircraft that helped modernize the Netherlands’ air combat capability before the fleet’s retirement in 2024 in favor of the F‑35 Lightning II.
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 Royal Netherlands Air Force F‑16B “Fighting Falcon” J‑259 is a historically significant two‑seat F‑16 that became the first F‑16 delivered to the RNLAF in June 1979, arriving at Leeuwarden Air Base and kicking off over four decades of Dutch service with the type. Originally a Block‑1 trainer with 323 Squadron markings, J‑259 served in operational and instructional roles until the late 1990s, later becoming a preserved heritage airframe reflecting the aircraft that helped modernize the Netherlands’ air combat capability before the fleet’s retirement in 2024 in favor of the F‑35 Lightning II.
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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