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Douglas A-26 Invader

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The Douglas A-26 Invader (designated B-26 between 1948 and 1965) is an American twin-engined light bomber and ground attack aircraft. Built by Douglas Aircraft Company during World War II, the Invader also saw service during several major Cold War conflicts. A limited number of highly modified United States Air Force aircraft served in Southeast Asia until 1969. It was a fast aircraft capable of carrying a large bomb load. A range of guns could be fitted to produce a formidable ground-attack aircraft

General Characteristics

  • Predecessor Martin B-26 Marauder
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  • Wingspan 55.2ft (16.8m)
  • Length 39.0ft (11.9m)
  • Height 16.1ft (4.9m)
  • Empty Weight 8,505lbs (3,858kg)
  • Loaded Weight 10,389lbs (4,712kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.356
  • Wing Loading 23.6lbs/ft2 (115.1kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 440.8ft2 (40.9m2)
  • Drag Points 4017

Parts

  • Number of Parts 57
  • Control Surfaces 5
  • Performance Cost 345