Boeing KC-135E Stratotanker LPSS V07 3D model

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This is a detailed low poly model, boasting just over 10K polygons. It's meticulously built near to scale using single sheet materials for added realism. A convenient feature of this model lies in its landing gear design: although it can't always be seen in flight mode, separate models are available that allow animators to show the aircraft on the ground or taxiing around an airfield with precision. For those looking to take their animations to new heights, both the boom and tailfin may also be animated independently of one another. The paint scheme for this Boeing KC-135E Stratotanker comes complete with all relevant materials and colors applied in 11 different ways to reflect various operators across the globe, including several units of the United States Air Force. It's worth noting that each paint variant is distinct yet equally realistic, allowing users to seamlessly integrate the model into their simulations without compromise. The Boeing KC-135E Stratotanker holds a significant place within the annals of military aviation history as one of the world's first jet-powered air refueling aircraft designed for high-speed aerial replenishment. Born out of the same experimental prototype used for testing the 707-130, it successfully took to the skies in 1957 and entered continuous service with the United States Air Force for nearly six decades – making it an unparalleled benchmark for operational longevity among its contemporaries. Its unique capabilities paved the way for further air refueling innovations such as the KC-10 and its impending successor, the highly anticipated Boeing KC-46 Pegasus. Despite the newer models taking their place alongside it, the KC-135 remains an enduring symbol of steadfast service to airpower history and is indeed a mainstay within USAF inventory alongside select others – solidifying its lasting impact on military aviation since inception.