Chengd J-10C Vigorous Dragon 74825, PLAAF, 2025

Hobby Master 1:72 HA9401

The Chengdu J-10C “Vigorous Dragon” 74825, represented in People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) service in 2025, showcases one of the most modern generations of multirole fighters developed by China.

Known as the “Vigorous Dragon,” the J-10 is instantly recognizable by its distinctive delta-wing and canard configuration, providing excellent maneuverability. The J-10C represents a major evolution of the family, incorporating modernized avionics, an AESA radar, improved electronic warfare systems, and compatibility with a new generation of guided weapons.

Designed as a true multirole combat aircraft, the J-10C can perform air-superiority, interception, and ground-attack missions. Its weapons options include modern Chinese PL-10 short-range and PL-15 beyond-visual-range air-to-air missiles, providing a sophisticated air-combat capability.

Aircraft 74825, represented in its 2025 PLAAF configuration, wears the modern grey finish and low-visibility markings now associated with China’s frontline combat aircraft. Its aggressive profile and prominent canards give the Vigorous Dragon an unmistakable presence.

The J-10C also symbolizes the rapid evolution of China’s military aviation industry. While earlier generations of Chinese fighters relied heavily on foreign-derived concepts, the Vigorous Dragon represents a domestically developed platform that has continued to evolve with increasingly sophisticated technology.

Recreated in 1:72 scale by Hobby Master, HA9401 brings this modern fighter to collectors with a detailed cockpit, weapons, configurable landing gear, and a display stand for an impressive in-flight presentation.

J-10C + PLAAF 2025 + new-generation weaponry: a thoroughly modern addition for collectors looking to represent the rapidly evolving world of contemporary Chinese military aviation.

Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature:

• Molded metal construction with plastic components.
• Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
• Inscriptions and posters printed with a stamp that do not fade or fall off like decals.
• opening of awnings, revealing detailed within the cockpit.
• Extended / retracted interchangeable landing gear.
• Display stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
• Authentic detachable artillery cargoes complete with placards.