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Bell XP-77

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It's another installment of Mini-Build Week!! Today's guest, the Bell XP-77!! Development was initiated by the United States Army Air Forces during World War II to produce a simplified "lightweight" fighter aircraft using non-strategic materials. Despite being innovative, the diminutive prototype proved tricky to handle and the project was canceled when the XP-77 did not deliver its projected performance. But it's the cutest lil' fighter you'll ever see!! Trim up for gear, AG-1 to clo... ose front gear doors. Armed with two .50's and one 20mm cannon in the nose cowling. As always, let me know if you have suggestions for improvement and enjoy your flight!!   read more

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General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 27.9ft (8.5m)
  • Length 22.7ft (6.9m)
  • Height 8.3ft (2.5m)
  • Empty Weight 2,630lbs (1,192kg)
  • Loaded Weight 3,538lbs (1,605kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.395
  • Wing Loading 33.1lbs/ft2 (161.5kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 107.0ft2 (9.9m2)
  • Drag Points 2932

Parts

  • Number of Parts 124
  • Control Surfaces 7
  • Performance Cost 540