This is a low poly model or just over 10K poly. This model is built near to scale. It is built using single sheet materials. The model has landing gear that may be hidden from view separately allowing in flight animation. The boom may be animated. Materials for the paint scheme are included as shown here. This model is available in 11 paint schemes for various operators and the USAF.

The Boeing KC-135E Stratotanker is a military air refueling aircraft. It was designed from the same prototype aircraft as the Boeing 707-130. It is the first air refueling aircraft that was jet powered. It entered service with the United States Air Force in 1957. It has been in continuous service with the USAF for almost 60 years. It is one of six military aircraft in continuous use for more than 50 years. This is the main type of air refueling tanker flown by the USAF but it is supplemented by the KC-10 and will be replaced by the KC46 Pegasus.