The KC-135 evolved from the first jet transport designed in the early 1950s & remains one of the primary transport & mid-air refueling aircraft for the USAF Updated versions of the KC-135 are still flying The KC-135A served as the primary refueling aircraft for the airborne nuclear forces as a deterrent during the Cold War The KC-135A was an integral part of the elite Strategic Air Command The new Minicraft KC-135 is made from new tooling &
Includes:: recessed panel lines re-fueling boom boom operators position pose-able landing gear & authentic 1144 scale KC-135 fuselage Decals will represent 2 KC-135 As operating with the Strategic Air Command Kit Features Highly detailed plastic pieces moulded in light gray & clear Recessed panel lines Detailed landing gear bay Waterslide decals Illustrated instructions Scale 1144 Skill level 2 Product Markings One decal sheet with markings for 2 versions USAF KC-135A Ellsworth Air Force Base SD 1984USAF KC-135A Robbins Air Force Base GA