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Variable Geometry Testbed

14.2k Griffon1  4.0 years ago

A build I made ages ago to test just how much an aircraft's profile can change without it breaking.
Well, it turns out quite a bit. It has decent maneuverability, sub par speed, but two LC-01s (earlier laser cannon models) and two unnamed lasers.
It was originally designed as a narrative counter to superplanes I kept seeing in the MP mod, many of them faster and more agile than the F-44As I used at the time. So I was a bit too ambitious, going for something distinct. I suppose my UF-01 post could be a spiritual successor to this plane.
This is also my first build I ever made to use custom gear, and all my custom gear models are dirived from the ones on this plane.

I mean, hey! It comes with a nice paint job!

==CONTROLS==
AG5: Nosewheel steering
AG6: Parachutes
One of the AGs extends the wings. Can't remember which one...

General Characteristics

  • Created On Android
  • Wingspan 15.4ft (4.7m)
  • Length 34.3ft (10.5m)
  • Height 7.8ft (2.4m)
  • Empty Weight N/A
  • Loaded Weight 9,644lbs (4,374kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 6.99
  • Wing Loading 19.3lbs/ft2 (94.2kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 499.8ft2 (46.4m2)
  • Drag Points 4132

Parts

  • Number of Parts 103
  • Control Surfaces 5
  • Performance Cost 888