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Polikarpov I-153 M-62 Chaika

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Like its older brother, the I-15, the I-153 is a maneuverable biplane made by the Soviets. Again like the I-15, it was used for limited use in WW2 before getting replaced by more advanced fighters. VTOL trim is used for retracting landing gear.

General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 25.6ft (7.8m)
  • Length 18.6ft (5.7m)
  • Height 12.2ft (3.7m)
  • Empty Weight 3,610lbs (1,637kg)
  • Loaded Weight 4,208lbs (1,909kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.356
  • Wing Loading 19.2lbs/ft2 (93.5kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 219.8ft2 (20.4m2)
  • Drag Points 2561

Parts

  • Number of Parts 52
  • Control Surfaces 9
  • Performance Cost 305