VTOL DOWN = Flaps | The Hughes H-4 Hercules (commonly known as the Spruce Goose; registration NX37602) is a prototype strategic airlift flying boat designed and built by the Hughes Aircraft Company. Intended as a transatlantic flight transport for use during World War II, it was not completed in time to be used in the war.
Specifications
General Characteristics
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- Wingspan 89.6ft (27.3m)
- Length 68.9ft (21.0m)
- Height 23.6ft (7.2m)
- Empty Weight 22,323lbs (10,125kg)
- Loaded Weight 48,551lbs (22,022kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 0.694
- Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.164
- Wing Loading 40.5lbs/ft2 (197.8kg/m2)
- Wing Area 1,198.3ft2 (111.3m2)
- Drag Points 11648
Parts
- Number of Parts 70
- Control Surfaces 5
- Performance Cost 563
