TDU-34B/A Aerial Tow Target
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TDU-34B/A Aerial Tow Target
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Authentic U.S. Military Aerial Tow Target – Very Good Condition
Own a rare and historically significant piece of aerial training equipment with this TDU-34B/A Aerial Tow Target. Used by the U.S. military for live-fire and tracking exercises, this tow target is designed to simulate enemy aircraft or missiles, allowing pilots, missile operators, and gunners to hone their air-to-air or ground-to-air combat skills in fighter jet training and weapons testing.
This target is officially designated under NSN LL-YY1-0751 and NAVAIR & NAVSEA part number 573635-3.
Historical Significance
The TDU-34B/A is part of a long lineage of aerial tow targets developed for fighter pilot training and live-fire exercises. These targets are typically deployed from aircraft such as the F-16 Fighting Falcon, F/A-18 Hornet, and other fighter jets, towed behind aircraft, or deployed as free-flying targets to simulate real-world combat scenarios.
Used extensively in the U.S. Air Force, Navy, and allied air forces, the TDU-34B/A provides aerial gunners, missile operators, and fighter pilots with critical practice in engaging moving airborne threats. These targets are essential for evaluating missile accuracy, gunfire precision, and radar tracking effectiveness, ensuring that U.S. forces remain combat-ready in modern warfare environments.
Key Features:
- Authentic U.S. Military TDU-34B/A Aerial Tow Target – Used for aerial gunnery training
- NSN: LL-YY1-0751
- PN (NAVAIR & NAVSEA): 573635-3
- Designed for Combat Training – Simulates enemy aircraft or missiles for live-fire exercises
- Used in Fighter Jet Training – Compatible with F-16, F/A-18, and other U.S. military aircraft
- Very Good Condition – Well-preserved for historical significance and display
- Rare Aviation Training Artifact – Perfect for collectors, military museums, and aircraft enthusiasts
Why This Collectible Stands Out
This TDU-34B/A Aerial Tow Target is a unique and historically significant piece of military aviation history, offering insight into how pilots train for real-world aerial combat. Whether displayed in a museum, aviation exhibit, or private collection, this tow target serves as an impressive artifact showcasing U.S. military pilot training and advanced aerial warfare techniques.
Unlike standard aviation collectibles, this authentic military tow target offers a rare glimpse into air-to-air combat training, making it a must-have for serious collectors and aviation enthusiasts.
Approx length 112", Approx width 26", Approx height 26", Approx weight 72lbs.
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