1:32 scale F-16 kits by Tamiya & Academy
Late 2004 was a watershed year for 1:32 F-16 kits, with both Tamiya and Academy announcing new, late Block (40/50) kits. Tamiya's Block 50 kit was released first, with the Academy kit following a few months later in early 2005.



  • Manufacturer Tamiya
  • Kit # 60315
  • Date Released: 2004-12

  • Description: F-16CJ Block 50 Fighting Falcon
(the following is from the Tamiya website)
  • Model represents the F-16CJ (Block 50) as used for USAF SEAD “Wild Weasel” missions.
  • First ever 1/32 scale F-16 model replicating General Electric engine and “Big Mouth” duct.
  • Tamiya’s most detailed 1/32 scale jet fighter ever.
  • General Electric F-110 jet engine replicated in precise detail.
  • Engine slides into aircraft on a hook and rail system exactly like the actual aircraft.
  • Engine can be displayed outside of aircraft using its very own cart.
  • Moveable ejector seat placed on slide rail like actual aircraft.
  • Curved bubbletop canopy can be assembled in the opened or closed position.
  • Choice of two types of canopy, clear and smoked.
  • Ejector seat slides up and down on a rail.
  • One pilot figure for cockpit included.
  • Pilot tube and static dischargers reproduced using metal parts.
  • Die-cast landing gear for extra durability.
  • Metal weight added to nose for accurate front-rear weight distribution.
  • Includes actual rubber tires.
  • Photo-etched parts used for seat buckles, radar antenna, chaff/flare dispensers and name-plate for high-quality display.
  • Nose cone can be opened and closed allowing display of accurately recreated radar.
  • Trailing edge flaps, horizontal stabilizer fins and vertical tail fin flaps can move after assembly thanks to poly caps.
  • Missiles can be removed and replaced even after assembly.
  • Gun hatch can be opened after assembly displaying machine gun.
  • Packaging box has been specially designed allowing large scale model to be easily stored even after assembly.

  • (1) 20 FW, SW Shaw AFB, USAF SerNo 91-0379, Block 50D, Tiger Meet of the Americas 2001
  • (2) 77 FS, 20 FW, SW Shaw AFB, USAF SerNo 91-0348, Block 50D
  • (3) 13 FS, 35 FW, MJ Misawa Japan, USAF SerNo 91-0399, Block 50D
  • (4) 14 FS, 35 FW, MJ Misawa Japan, USAF SerNo 92-3886, Block 50P



  • Manufacturer Tamiya
  • Kit # 60316
  • Date Released: 2005

  • Description: F-16C Block 32 Thunderbirds
(the following is from the Tamiya website)
  • This variation of Tamiya's 1/32 F-16CJ model is a replica of the specially modified F-16C Block 32 flown by the Thunderbirds, the United States Air Force Stunt Flying Team. Reliable Tamiya accuracy depicts the engine and cockpit differences with F-16CJ, while high-quality decals capture the plane’s colorful markings.
  • New parts accurately depict Block 32’s characteristics like smaller air intake, wingtip launchers, engine nozzle, cockpit and landing gears.
  • Comes with 2 interchangeable parts to depict engine nozzle either open or closed.
  • Large display stand features 3 adjustable angles to depict the Thunderbird F-16 in flight.
  • Decals allow choice of 2 colorful marking schemes unique to the Thunderbirds team.
  • Includes fully accurate Thunderbirds pilot figure and ladder.
  • Metal pitot tube and static dischargers, and die-cast landing gear provides extra durability.
  • Main tail flaps and vertical tail fins can move after assembly thanks to poly caps.
  • Vertical tail fin can be removed after assembly allowing model to be stored in box.
  • Special adjustable display stand included.

  • USAF Thunderbirds Air Demonstration Squadron, Block 32



  • Manufacturer Academy
  • Kit # 12101
  • Date Released: 2005-05

  • Description: F-16CG/CJ Block 40/50 Fighting Falcon

  • Model can be built to represent a Block 40/42 F-16CG or a Block 50/52 F-16CJ.
  • Includes both Pratt & Whitney F100 and General Electric F110 engine nozzles.
  • Includes both NSI 'Small Mouth' and MCID 'Large Mouth' inlets.
  • Curved bubbletop canopy can be assembled in the opened or closed position.
  • One pilot and two ground crew figures, and boarding ladder.
  • Nose cone can be opened and closed allowing display of accurately recreated radar.
  • Gun hatch can be opened after assembly displaying machine gun.
  • Trailing edge flaps, horizontal stabilizer fins and speed brakes can be positioned.
  • Includes both standard vertical stabilizer tail base and para-brake extension tail base.
  • Includes both WAR and WAC HUDs, but glareshield is inaccurately shaped.
  • Extensive stores include 2 x AIM-9L/M, 2 x AIM-120B, 2 x AIM-120C, 2 x LAU-118, 2 x AGM-88 HARM, 4 x GBU-12, 2 x GBU-31 JDAM, 2 x TER, 2 x AN/ASQ-213 HTS HARM Targeting pod, 1 x AN/AAQ-13 LANTIRN NAV navigation pod, 1 x AN/AAQ-14 LANTIRN TGP targeting pod, 2 x 370 gal. wing tanks and one 300 gal. centerline tank.

  • (1) 35 FS, 8 FW, WP Kunsan AB, USAF SerNo 89-2013, Block 40E
  • (2) 35 FS, 8 FW, WP Kunsan AB, USAF SerNo 89-2003, Block 40E
  • (3) 51 FW, OS Osan AB, USAF SerNo 89-2020, Block 40E
  • (4) 35 FW, MJ Misawa Japan, USAF SerNo 92-3895, Block 50P
  • (5) 35 FW, MJ Misawa Japan, USAF SerNo 92-3901, Block 50P
  • (6) Republic of Korea AF, USAF SerNo 93-4067, Block 52D
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