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Experimental V-tail Design "Stallion"

15.9k Allstar  9.8 years ago
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Named in reference to the airframe from which it originated . As the name says. I didnsome research between this and the most recent of my P-51 models. By comparing them, i found greater speed in this plane, slightly reduced weight, and as a result of both of these, increased fuel efficiency. Stability is slightly decreased, which is exibhited by the minute fishtailing that occurs after a sharp roll. Quite frankly, I find this to be more appealing visually than my mustang.

General Characteristics

  • Created On iOS
  • Wingspan 27.6ft (8.4m)
  • Length 23.0ft (7.0m)
  • Height 4.9ft (1.5m)
  • Empty Weight 1,725lbs (782kg)
  • Loaded Weight 2,019lbs (916kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 1.112
  • Wing Loading 15.4lbs/ft2 (75.0kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 131.4ft2 (12.2m2)
  • Drag Points 489

Parts

  • Number of Parts 30
  • Control Surfaces 4
  • Performance Cost 106
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    38.8k hypnotoad
    Nice one. I have tried this kind of configuration, as I agree; there is something more more aesthetically pleasing with this setup, though you will always seem to get that slight wobble after a sharp pitch. Was wondering if positioning of VTOL nozzles may effect this and improve perhaps, on a different aircraft of course
    9.8 years ago