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XB-42a

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The Xb-42 "mixmaster" was an experimental US bomber developed at the close of the second world war. The sole purpose of this aircraft was for speed and this purpose was met as the Xb-42 broke about eleven records. It wasn't until two jet engines were added that it became designated as the Xb-42A

General Characteristics

  • Created On Android
  • Wingspan 39.1ft (11.9m)
  • Length 28.0ft (8.5m)
  • Height 11.2ft (3.4m)
  • Empty Weight 4,706lbs (2,135kg)
  • Loaded Weight 10,301lbs (4,672kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 0.654
  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.145
  • Wing Loading 28.8lbs/ft2 (140.6kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 357.7ft2 (33.2m2)
  • Drag Points 2887

Parts

  • Number of Parts 40
  • Control Surfaces 8
  • Performance Cost 268