US E-3 Sentry early warning and control aircraft
$82.00
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■Product Description
■The Boeing E-3 Sentry (AWACS) is an early warning and control aircraft based on the Boeing 707, characterized by its large disc-shaped radar dome. It has been in service with the US Air Force since 1977 and has also been adopted by NATO, France, the United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, and others. Predecessor: The EC-121 (a Lockheed Constellation derivative) that had been in service since the 1950s had limitations in its detection capabilities. New requirements: It was necessary to achieve low-altitude aircraft detection (look-down capability) and command and control functions in the same aircraft, and development of a successor aircraft proceeded from the 1960s. Adopted base aircraft: A modified Boeing 707-320B. In 1970, the Boeing proposal was officially adopted, beating the McDonnell Douglas DC-8 proposal. A disc-shaped radar dome with a diameter of 9.1m and a thickness of 1.8m is mounted on the rear of the fuselage. The radar uses a digital pulsed Doppler system and can detect low-altitude targets and ships. It enables wide-area surveillance in over-the-horizon mode (BTH mode). The aircraft's exterior and cockpit windshield were treated with electromagnetic shielding.
Performance and Operation
- Range: US Air Force and NATO specifications can stay airborne for up to 8 hours, while UK, France, and Saudi Arabian specifications (CFM56 engines) can stay airborne for approximately 11 hours. This can be further extended with aerial refueling.
- Crew Environment: Rest and dining spaces are installed inside the aircraft to prepare for long-duration missions.
The first aircraft was deployed at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma in 1977. It was also deployed in Japan at Kadena Air Base from 1980. The Japan Air Self-Defense Force introduced the E-767 as a replacement due to the end of 707 production. US Air Force (main operator) - NATO joint operation (Luxembourg registration) Royal Air Force (AEW. Mk1) French Air Force, Saudi Arabian Air Force. The E-3 Sentry is not just a "flying radar," but also serves as an airborne command post, controlling fighter jets and ground forces. From the Cold War era to the present day, it has been a core component of the air defense network.
■Product Specifications
Manufacturer: Roden
Item No: RE14345
Product Specifications: 68 units manufactured, 323mm overall length model
Scale: 1/144
JAN: 4544032920845
■Notes
★Some imported items may be delayed in arrival. Please understand. In-stock items will be shipped as soon as possible.
US E-3 Sentry early warning and control aircraft
$82.00
■The Boeing E-3 Sentry (AWACS) is an early warning and control aircraft based on the Boeing 707, characterized by its large disc-shaped radar dome. It has been in service with the US Air Force since 1977 and has also been adopted by NATO, France, the United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, and others. Predecessor: The EC-121 (a Lockheed Constellation derivative) that had been in service since the 1950s had limitations in its detection capabilities. New requirements: It was necessary to achieve low-altitude aircraft detection (look-down capability) and command and control functions in the same aircraft, and development of a successor aircraft proceeded from the 1960s. Adopted base aircraft: A modified Boeing 707-320B. In 1970, the Boeing proposal was officially adopted, beating the McDonnell Douglas DC-8 proposal. A disc-shaped radar dome with a diameter of 9.1m and a thickness of 1.8m is mounted on the rear of the fuselage. The radar uses a digital pulsed Doppler system and can detect low-altitude targets and ships. It enables wide-area surveillance in over-the-horizon mode (BTH mode). The aircraft's exterior and cockpit windshield were treated with electromagnetic shielding.
Performance and Operation
- Range: US Air Force and NATO specifications can stay airborne for up to 8 hours, while UK, France, and Saudi Arabian specifications (CFM56 engines) can stay airborne for approximately 11 hours. This can be further extended with aerial refueling.
- Crew Environment: Rest and dining spaces are installed inside the aircraft to prepare for long-duration missions.
The first aircraft was deployed at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma in 1977. It was also deployed in Japan at Kadena Air Base from 1980. The Japan Air Self-Defense Force introduced the E-767 as a replacement due to the end of 707 production. US Air Force (main operator) - NATO joint operation (Luxembourg registration) Royal Air Force (AEW. Mk1) French Air Force, Saudi Arabian Air Force. The E-3 Sentry is not just a "flying radar," but also serves as an airborne command post, controlling fighter jets and ground forces. From the Cold War era to the present day, it has been a core component of the air defense network.
■Product Specifications
Manufacturer: Roden
Item No: RE14345
Product Specifications: 68 units manufactured, 323mm overall length model
Scale: 1/144
JAN: 4544032920845
■Notes
★Some imported items may be delayed in arrival. Please understand. In-stock items will be shipped as soon as possible.