AC130 Gunship "Spooky" (ALL SIZES) Assembly Model Kit
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AC130 Gunship "Spooky" (ALL SIZES) Assembly Model Kit
Thank you for choosing the AC130 Gunship "Spooky" Assembly Model Kit from Bridg Manufacturing!
The AC-130 Gunship is one of the most recognizable and capable close air support aircraft ever developed. Based on the C-130 Hercules airframe and operated by the United States Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC), the AC-130 is equipped with a variety of precision-guided weapons and side-firing cannons designed to provide highly accurate fire support for ground forces.
Known for its endurance, firepower, and advanced targeting systems, the AC-130 has played a vital role in special operations missions for decades. Its ability to loiter over the battlefield while delivering precise fire support has made the Gunship an invaluable asset in combat operations around the world.
• Aircraft Type: Ground-Attack / Close Air Support Gunship
• Manufacturer: Lockheed / Lockheed Martin
• First Flight: 1966 (AC-130 Prototype)
• Entering Service: 1968
• Crew: Varies by Variant (Typically 7–13 Personnel)
• Length: Approximately 97 ft 9 in (29.8 m)
• Wingspan: Approximately 132 ft 7 in (40.4 m)
• Maximum Speed: Approximately 417 mph (671 km/h)
• Primary Mission: Close Air Support, Armed Reconnaissance, Precision Strike, and Special Operations Support
• WARNING: This product contains small parts and may present a choking hazard. Not intended as a children's toy.
• Recommended Age: 14 years and older with adult supervision/help.
• Assembly may require a wide array of pressure to connect parts. Use care during assembly and avoid excessive force. Excessive force or impact may cause parts to break. Broken pieces may have sharp edges.
• This product is intended for hobby, educational, and display purposes. Handle all parts with care during assembly.
• Using a heat source such as lighter/heat gun (at a safe distance as to not burn product or yourself) and some minor rubbing will take care of the plastic “hairs” that may be present. Not required for successful assembly of model kit. ONLY to be done by an ADULT. Heat sources are HOT and will BURN YOU if you let it get too close.
• There is a lovely english cream golden retreiver (dog) on site at Bridg Manufacturing. We kindly ask you to have some understanding, should you find a dog hair in your kit, dispose of the hair, and continue on.
• Bridg Manufacturing, nor the model designer(s), are not liable for injuries or damages resulting from improper assembly, misuse, or modification of this product.
• Read Safety Information
• Carefully remove all parts from the package and verify that all plane pieces are present before starting assembly. (21 pieces)
• This model is designed as a snap-together kit and does not require glue for normal assembly.
• If a stronger, more permanent model is desired, small amounts of hobby-grade adhesive may be used at the builder's discretion.
• Some parts may require firm pressure to fully seat together. Avoid excessive force that could damage the model. Force only in intended direction and try not to force in incorrect direction. Sideways? Diagonal? SNAP!
• Heat sources can burn you and, should you choose this method to remove "plastic hairs", it should only be done by an adult.
• Assembly is easiest when performed on a clean, flat work surface with good lighting.
At Bridg Manufacturing, we take pride in producing high-quality assembly model kits and inspecting each kit before packaging and/or shipment. However, manufacturing, packaging, human error, or shipping issues may occasionally result in missing, deformed, or damaged parts.
If your kit is missing a part or contains a damaged or unusable component, please contact us by email at sales@bridgmanufacturing.com with a description of the issue and any information you can provide about your order. Upon verification, we will provide replacement parts at no additional charge either via next vendor market or local delivery (within 20 miles of Ogden).
Customer satisfaction is important to us, and we are committed to helping you successfully complete and enjoy your model kit.
Instructions
Shown is the C130 instructions. The only difference is that the AC130 has 2 fuselage connectors.
ISO EXPLODED VIEW
STEP 1: Assemble fuselage.
STEP 2: Install horizontal stabilizer. Once a little ways in, rock side to side (parallel with ground), until centered.
NOTE: Do not bend horizontal stabilize up/down or breaking could occur.
Engines numbered by dots as shown
STEP 3: Install engine connectors into engines.
All four engines with connectors installed
STEP 4: Install engines 1 & 2 into the left wing.
STEP 5: Install engines 3 & 4 into right wing.
STEP 6: Install left wing into fuselage.
NOTE: While pushing (1), rock side to side (2) parallel with ground. Do not bend wings up and down.
STEP 7: Install right wing using same method as left wing.
Step 8: Looking at propellers, insert propeller slot onto wing.
Step 8: Press propellers on wing PUSHING ON THE CENTER once aligned until fully seated.
NOTE: Pushing on the edges could break the propellers.
Step 9: Install stand onto plane.
Step 10: Install plane onto base.
Congrats, you now have a model AC130 Gunship!