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How big is an F-16?

How big is an F-16?

49 feet
The F-16 is 49 feet (15 metres) long and has a wingspan of 31 feet (9.45 metres).

What is F-16 MLU?

The General Dynamics F-16A MLU “Fighting Falcon” is a single-engine, single-seat Air Superiority Fighter. The updated F-16’s, called F-16AMs or F-16A Block 15 MLUs, were also given compatibility with long-range radar guided missiles (AMRAAM). The project started in 1991 and was completed by 1997.

What is the wingspan of an F-16?

9.96 m
General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon/Wingspan

Is it F-16 or 15?

The F-16 is a cheaper, lighter, slightly less powerful aircraft, but was designed with an emphasis on ease of maintenance and maneuverability. Originally intended as an air superiority day fighter, it has become a versatile all-weather, multi-role aircraft and has the same M61 Vulcan Cannon as the F-15.

How much does a F-16 cost?

Lockheed Martin F-16 Block 70/72: $64 million.

Is F-15 better than F 18?

When it comes to speed, the F-15E is far superior. The most glaring difference is range. Though both aircraft utilize in-flight refueling, the F-15E has a combat radius of up to over one thousand miles, depending on its fuel and weapons load. The F/A-18E/F, again, depending on its war load, has less than half that.

What is the range of the F16?

The F15 and the F16 had radars are of the older generation TWT based, mechanically steered planar antenna. Their ranges will be in the vicinity of around 60 km for 1 sq.m. target.

What is the maximum speed of a F16?

F16 max speed: At high altitude: Mach 2[3] (1,320 mph; 2,120 km/h) clean configuration. At sea level: Mach 1.2 (915 mph, 1,470 km/h) The F22 may have different values of course but even the Raptor cannot escape the laws of physics.

How much does an F – 16 cost?

The F-16C/D had a unit cost of US$18.8 million (1998). Operational cost per flight hour has been estimated at $7,000 to $22,470 or $24,000, depending on calculation method.

What is the weight of an F – 16?

The F 16’s height is 16 ft (4.8 m) and the wing area is 300 sq ft (27.87 sq m). The Airfoil is NACA 64A204 root and tip. Its weight is 18,900 lbs (8,670 kg). The loaded weight is 26,500 lbs (12,000 kg). The maximum takeoff weight of the F 16 is 42,000 lbs (19,200 kg). The dry thrust is 17,155 lbf (76.3 kN).