Academy 1/144 C-130J-30 Super Hercules Military Transport Model Kit

Academy 1/144 C-130J-30 Super Hercules Military Transport Model Kit

Build one of the world's most recognizable military transport aircraft with the Academy 1/144 Lockheed Martin C-130J-30 Super Hercules plastic model kit. Representing the stretched-fuselage version of the modern C-130J, this detailed aircraft kit captures the distinctive appearance of the four-engine turboprop transport used by the United States Air Force and allied air forces around the world.

Academy's 1/144 scale C-130J-30 Hercules features the aircraft's extended fuselage, high-mounted wings, four six-bladed propellers, detailed landing gear, and rear cargo ramp that can be assembled open or closed. With multiple international aircraft marking options, the kit is a detailed choice for modelers interested in modern military aviation, tactical airlift, and large transport aircraft.

Kit Features

• 1/144 scale Lockheed Martin C-130J-30 Super Hercules military transport aircraft
• Accurate stretched-fuselage J-30 configuration
• Four turboprop engine nacelles with distinctive six-bladed propellers
• Finely engraved fuselage and wing panel lines
• Detailed landing gear and wheel assemblies
• Rear cargo loading ramp with optional open or closed positioning
• Interior cargo floor detailing visible with the rear ramp open
• Optional underwing auxiliary fuel tanks
• Clear cockpit windows and selected exterior lighting components
• Six finishing options featuring American, South Korean, British, and Australian military aircraft
• Waterslide decals with aircraft insignia, serial numbers, and exterior markings
• Illustrated assembly instructions
• Approximately 9.6 inches long when assembled
• Unassembled plastic model kit requiring painting and assembly

About the Subject

The Lockheed C-130 Hercules is one of the most successful military transport aircraft ever developed. Originally designed during the early 1950s, the C-130 was created to transport troops, vehicles, equipment, and supplies while operating from relatively short and unimproved airfields.

Planning Your Build

Read the marking guide before selecting colors. Dry-fit the major airframe parts and plan cockpit painting before closing the fuselage. Paints, masking materials and tools can be selected to suit the finish you want.

Assembly is required. Follow the instructions for the appropriate adhesives and finishing supplies; check the listed contents before purchasing additional materials.

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