J-10 is PLAAF's new type of third-generation single-seater fighter with multi-purpose, all-weather day/night operation capacity,first test flighted in 1998.By its fly-by-wire(FBW)control system,the use of close-coupled canard layout not only ensures the performance of traditional high-speed but also highlights its low-speed mobility.It can carry the close/mid-range air-to-air missiles, aerial bombs, rockets,air-to-surface missiles and many other weapons. With J-10,Chinese Air Force can replace a current large number of J-7 to make sure the future's air combat effectiveness. Item No 02841 Item Name PLAAF J-10A Vigorous Dragon Bar Code 9580208028415 Scale 1:48 Item Type Static Aircraft Model Brief Length: 358.8mm Wingspan:203mm Total Parts 268PCS Metal Parts n/a Photo Etched Parts 1 piece Film Parts n/a Resin Parts n/a Total Sprues 10 sprues Paint Schemes PLAAF J-10A Released Date 2009-09 More Features " The kit consists of 216 parts in grey plastic, 25 clear plastic parts and 27 photo-etched parts -Detailed fuselage with accurate design -windscre"