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Bell XP-77

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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. More information

Controls:
Normal control
AG1 (Wheel steering)
VTOL (Flaps)
Trim (Trim)

Spotlights

General Characteristics

  • Created On Android
  • Wingspan 27.2ft (8.3m)
  • Length 22.8ft (7.0m)
  • Height 10.0ft (3.1m)
  • Empty Weight 2,861lbs (1,297kg)
  • Loaded Weight 3,239lbs (1,469kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.179
  • Wing Loading 22.7lbs/ft2 (110.8kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 142.7ft2 (13.3m2)
  • Drag Points 500

Parts

  • Number of Parts 296
  • Control Surfaces 2
  • Performance Cost 1,247