Lockheed Martin F-16 I Sufa Israeli Airforce
Lion Roar L4835

F-16I Sufa – Israeli Multirole Fighting Falcon

This model represents the two-seat F-16I Sufa operated by the Israeli Air Force (IAF). The 1:48 scale kit features newly tooled parts and numerous details specific to the Israeli version of the Fighting Falcon, including conformal fuel tanks (CFTs), the distinctive dorsal spine and an extensive electronic systems suite.

Kit features:

• F-16I Sufa model in 1:48 scale,
• accurately reproduced conformal fuel tanks and dorsal spine,
• extensive weapons selection:
  • AIM-120 and AIM-9X air-to-air missiles,
  • Python 4 missiles,
  • SPICE 2000 guided bombs,
  • AGM-142 Popeye missile,
  • Delilah cruise missile,
  • AN/AAQ-13 and AN/AAQ-28 navigation and targeting pods,
  • communications pod and additional fuel tanks.
• photo-etched metal parts,
• self-adhesive masks for the canopy and wheels,
• decals featuring markings for four Israeli squadrons:
  • 201st Squadron "The One",
  • 253rd Squadron "Negev",
  • 119th Squadron "The Bat",
  • 107th Squadron "Knights of the Orange Tail".
• finished model length: approximately 315 mm.

The F-16I Sufa (Hebrew for "Storm") is a specialised two-seat version of the F-16 Fighting Falcon developed for the Israeli Air Force, based on the Block 52+ variant. The first aircraft were delivered to Israel in 2004 under the Peace Marble V programme.

The aircraft is distinguished by conformal fuel tanks mounted along the sides of the fuselage spine. These increase its operational range without occupying additional weapon stations. The distinctive dorsal spine behind the cockpit houses an extensive suite of electronic equipment developed with the involvement of Israel's defence industry. Power is provided by a Pratt & Whitney F100-PW-229 engine.

The F-16I is designed to perform a wide range of combat missions, from air-to-air engagements to precision strikes against ground targets. It can carry both American weapons and Israeli-developed systems such as Python missiles and SPICE guided bombs. Its long range, advanced avionics and extensive weapons capability make the Sufa an important component of Israel's air strike capability.

This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue and paints are not included and must be purchased separately.