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Martin XB-16 Winged Whale

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An experimental heavy bomber part of the Project A, its mainpurpose was to be stationed on island bases like Hawaii or coastal bases like Panama or Alaska, it would allow them to destroy far-away naval targets, Martins design was not considered because of its cost and size (trim for landing gear)

General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 114.6ft (34.9m)
  • Length 74.1ft (22.6m)
  • Height 22.2ft (6.8m)
  • Empty Weight 25,456lbs (11,547kg)
  • Loaded Weight 41,187lbs (18,682kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.194
  • Wing Loading 23.4lbs/ft2 (114.5kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 1,756.5ft2 (163.2m2)
  • Drag Points 16890

Parts

  • Number of Parts 163
  • Control Surfaces 13
  • Performance Cost 883