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Republic P-47 Thunderbolt

105k RailfanEthan  7.2 years ago

AKA 7 ton milk jug

I swear it looks better in-game

The P-47 is one of the larger fighters of WW2 used by the Americans. Production lasted from 1941-1945. It had a 2,500lb max bomb load, and the ability to carry 5in rockets. The powerplant featured the Pratt and Whitney R2800 "Double Wasp" engine, a common sight on allied aircraft at the time. The armored cockpit, however, was special for this aircraft.

Controls:
1 + VTOL Up retracts gears
2 + VTOL Down applies airbrakes
3, 4, and 5 launch anti-tank rockets
6 drops bombs
7 drops fuel tank

Instructions:
Takeoff is hard, it likes to move around.
Landing: slow down, have throttle at about 10%. Make a soft landing, and it usually slows itself down. Apply wheel brakes lightly if need be, or use airbrakes.

Enjoy!

General Characteristics

  • Created On iOS
  • Wingspan 30.8ft (9.4m)
  • Length 23.6ft (7.2m)
  • Height 11.9ft (3.6m)
  • Empty Weight 6,716lbs (3,046kg)
  • Loaded Weight 7,508lbs (3,405kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.266
  • Wing Loading 45.3lbs/ft2 (221.2kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 165.7ft2 (15.4m2)
  • Drag Points 4494

Parts

  • Number of Parts 90
  • Control Surfaces 5
  • Performance Cost 473