The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress is an American long-range, subsonic, jet-powered strategic bomber. The B-52 was designed and built by Boeing, which has continued to provide support and upgrades. It has been operated by the United States Air Force (USAF) since the 1950s. The bomber is capable of carrying up to 70,000 pounds (32,000 kg) of weapons, and has a typical combat range of more than 8,800 miles (14,080 km) without aerial refueling.
Specifications
General Characteristics
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- Wingspan 94.3ft (28.7m)
- Length 69.7ft (21.3m)
- Height 19.3ft (5.9m)
- Empty Weight 27,027lbs (12,259kg)
- Loaded Weight 52,170lbs (23,664kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 1.723
- Wing Loading 60.0lbs/ft2 (292.9kg/m2)
- Wing Area 869.5ft2 (80.8m2)
- Drag Points 12066
Parts
- Number of Parts 88
- Control Surfaces 5
- Performance Cost 432
