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Twin Engine Interceptor. Project Redlands Model 49

20.6k NativeChief1492  8.1 years ago
Auto Credit Based on CrazyCodeC's 1930-1960 American Fighter Challenge! [CLOSED]

2) Landing Lights

Decade Late 40s. Hence the model number.

General Characteristics

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.302
  • Wing Loading 32.4lbs/ft2 (158.2kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 407.7ft2 (37.9m2)
  • Drag Points 4928

Parts

  • Number of Parts 104
  • Control Surfaces 5
  • Performance Cost 465
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    @GT3TobyRS :-)

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    6,313 GT3TobyRS

    @NativeChief1492 np!

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    Thanks @GT3TobyRS

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    Thanks @CrazyCodeC

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    @CrazyCodeC ok

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    8,615 CrazyCodeC

    @NativeChief1492 Larger blade diameter, and make it more aerodynamic, also, make sure to adjust the propeller pitch for faster acceleration and a higher top speed, also, reevaluated.

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    @CrazyCodeC Have any ideas that would improve this plane?

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    @CrazyCodeC 20mm

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    @CrazyCodeC Interceptor

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    8,615 CrazyCodeC

    Here is your score.
    Armament: 8/10
    The 20mm cannons on the front can pack quite the punch, however, most American fighter planes of this era were typically outfitted with bombs.
    Handling: 5/10
    The maneuverability of this plane is astounding. You only lose points due to speed, as most piston planes of this era were topping out at roughly 430-500mph. Interceptors are designed to be as fast as possible with an emphasis on climb rate. The top speed of this aircraft really knocks in down in this catagory.
    Time period accuracy: 4/5
    This plane is very sleek, as were many American fighters at this time, however, you are being knocked down just a little bit due to speed. Also, most twin-engine aircraft utilized counter-rotating props at this time, to counter-act torque.
    General appearance: 4/5
    This plane looks very sleek, streamlined, and ironically modern for a plane built in 1949. Well done.
    Total score: 21/30 or 70%
    Great job!

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    8,615 CrazyCodeC

    What caliber are the guns on the wings?

    8.1 years ago