The Bell XP-83 (later redesignated ZXF-83) was a United States prototype escort fighter designed by Bell Aircraft during World War II. It first flew in 1945. As an early jet fighter, its limitations included a lack of power and it was soon eclipsed by more advanced designs.
Specifications
General Characteristics
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- Wingspan 31.7ft (9.7m)
- Length 34.4ft (10.5m)
- Height 12.6ft (3.9m)
- Empty Weight 11,097lbs (5,033kg)
- Loaded Weight 16,998lbs (7,710kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 1.322
- Wing Loading 63.6lbs/ft2 (310.5kg/m2)
- Wing Area 267.2ft2 (24.8m2)
- Drag Points 2756
Parts
- Number of Parts 49
- Control Surfaces 5
- Performance Cost 235
