F-16C (Block 52)
Multirole fighterFielded 1984Pending verification
Air ForcesUSA
Length 15.03 m
Fact cardConfidence · Source
System
TypeMultirole fighter
Date of introduction1984
ProliferationAt least 26 countries
Dimensions and weight
Flight performance
Protection
Chaff / flaresAN/ALQ-119; AN/ALQ-131; AN/ALQ-165; AN/ALQ-184; AN/ALQ-162; Litton ASPIS; Dassault Electronique Carapace; Elisra SPS 3000; Rapport IIIMed[1]
Armament and payload
Hardpoints2 × wing-tip air-to-air missile launch rails, 6 × under-wing, and 3 × under-fuselage pylon (2 of 3 for sensors) stations with a capacity of up to 7,700 kg of…Med[1]
Fire control
Target and Navigation PodsAN/AQS-213 HARM targeting system; Lockheed Martin Sharpshooter; Lockheed Martin AN/AAQ-13/14 LANTIRN; Pathfinder; Rafael Litening II; GEC Marconi Atlantic FLIRMed[1]
Variants
NoteF-16 models are denoted by increasing block numbers to denote upgrades. The blocks cover both single- and two-seat versions. A variety of software, hardware, systems, weapons compatibility, and structural enhancements have been instituted over the years to…[1]
F-16A/BThe F-16A (single seat) and F-16B (two seats) were initial production variants. These variants include the Block 1, 5, 10, and 20 versions. Block 15 was the first major change to the F-16 with larger horizontal stabilizers.[1]
F-16C/DThe F-16C (single seat) and F-16D (two seat) variants entered production in 1984. The first C/D version was the Block 25 with improved cockpit avionics and radar which added all-weather capability with beyond-visual-range (BVR) AIM-7 and AIM-120 air-air…[1]
F-16E/FThe F-16E (single seat) and F-16F (two seat) are newer F-16 Block 60 variants based on the F-16C/D Block 50/52. The United Arab Emirates invested heavily in its development.[1]
F-16INFor the Indian MRCA competition for the Indian Air Force, Lockheed Martin offered the F-16IN Super Viper.[195] The F-16IN is based on the F-16E/F Block 60 and features conformal fuel tanks; AN/APG-80 AESA radar, GE F110-GE-132A engine with FADEC controls…[1]
F-16IQIn September 2010, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency informed the United States Congress of a possible Foreign Military Sale of 18 F-16IQ aircraft along with the associated equipment and services to the newly reformed Iraqi Air Force.[1]
F-16NThe F-16N was an adversary aircraft operated by the U.S. Navy. It is based on the standard F-16C/D Block 30 and is powered by the General Electric F110-GE-100 engine, and is capable of super cruise.[1]
F-16VAt the 2012 Singapore Air Show Lockheed Martin unveiled plans for the new F-16V variant with the V suffix for its Viper nickname. It features an AN/APG-83 active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar, a new mission computer and electronic warfare suite…[1]
Weapons and payload options · 1Confidence · Source
1 x M61 VulcanRotary Cannon
Med[1]- Quantity
- 515 Rounds
- Type
- Rotary Cannon
- Caliber
- 20 mm
- Rate of fire
- 6,000 rounds per minute
F-16C/D The F-16C (single seat) and F-16D (two seats) variants entered production in 1984. The first C/D version was the Block 25 with improved cockpit avionics and radar which added all-weather capability with beyond-visual-range (BVR) AIM-7 and AIM-120 air-air missiles.
Draft entry. Values come from the cited public sources and are awaiting editor verification.
- F-16C (Block 52) American Multirole Fighter, U.S. Army TRADOC G-2 Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN)
Published/updated 2026-03-20 · Tier 1 · checked 2026-10-10
- 2026-10-10 Entry created from the Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN), bulk import