AIM-4D Falcon Air-To-Air Missile
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Hughes AIM-4D Falcon Air-To-Air Missile
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Cold War-Era Hughes AIM-4D Falcon Missile – U.S. Air Force Infrared-Guided Air-to-Air Missile
Now available: an inert AIM-4D Falcon air-to-air missile, preserved in very good condition and representing the final and most refined version of the AIM-4 Falcon series. This missile is a rare, display-ready example of Cold War-era U.S. Air Force technology, ideal for collectors, museums, and aviation enthusiasts seeking a historically significant piece of guided missile development.
Historical Significance
The AIM-4D was the last operational variant of the AIM-4 Falcon missile family, developed by Hughes Aircraft Company. Introduced in the mid-1960s, the AIM-4D featured a lightweight infrared homing seeker and was designed specifically to enhance the close-range dogfighting capabilities of U.S. interceptors and fighter aircraft, including the F-102 Delta Dagger and F-106 Delta Dart, as well as briefly the F-4 Phantom II during the Vietnam War.
With a faster-reacting IR seeker and reduced overall weight, the AIM-4D was intended to address the shortcomings of earlier Falcon variants in real-world combat. Although the missile still lacked a proximity fuze—requiring a direct hit to detonate—it remained in service as a stopgap infrared missile solution until it was replaced by more agile systems like the AIM-9 Sidewinder.
The AIM-4D is now a symbol of early guided missile innovation, and surviving inert examples are increasingly scarce.
Key Features:
- Inert AIM-4D Falcon Missile – Final Variant of the Historic Falcon Series
- Infrared-Guided Air-to-Air Missile – Used in Close-Range Engagements
- Very Good Condition – Complete, Clean, and Ideal for Display
- Developed by Hughes Aircraft – A Key Cold War Missile Manufacturer
- Used on F-102, F-106, and Early F-4 Phantom II Interceptors
- Compact, Sleek Design – Iconic Cold War Era Missile Profile
- Safe for Display – Perfect for Museums, Aviation Collectors, or Historical Exhibits
Why This Collectible Stands Out
The AIM-4D Falcon is more than a missile—it's a milestone in air-to-air weaponry, developed during the transition from cannon-based air combat to precision-guided missiles. This inert, well-preserved AIM-4D brings with it a legacy of Cold War air superiority, aerospace engineering, and aerial warfare tactics.
Whether you're curating a Cold War aviation exhibit, outfitting a replica interceptor, or building a collection of early guided missile systems, this is a rare and historically rich opportunity.
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Due to the limited number of surviving inert AIM-4D missiles, this is a unique opportunity to own a clean, display-ready example. Add this authentic Cold War artifact to your collection today.
Approx length 79", Approx width 20", Approx height 20", Approx weight 120lbs.
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