Gee Bee Model R "Eucl3dian Shark"
2,113 Turdy1
8.5 years ago
In anticipation of the upcoming Eucl3d-Sharktooth tournament, I purchased a Model R from the Granville Brothers up in Springfield. Unfortunately, we determined that the R-3 could not complete the course in under three minutes as delivered. We subsequently tuned the engine and gave it a larger propeller. The modified R-3, now christened the Eucl3dian Shark, is the first aircraft to be entered into a tournament by the fledgeling Paulus Aviation Company.
Note: This aircraft has been modified for a tournament. As a result, its performance is considered unrealistic. We here at Paulus Aviation recomen fitting an 85 inch, 2x propeller for authentic performance.
Specifications
General Characteristics
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- Wingspan 25.6ft (7.8m)
- Length 17.0ft (5.2m)
- Height 9.2ft (2.8m)
- Empty Weight 3,112lbs (1,411kg)
- Loaded Weight 3,257lbs (1,477kg)
Performance
- Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.613
- Wing Loading 24.7lbs/ft2 (120.6kg/m2)
- Wing Area 131.9ft2 (12.3m2)
- Drag Points 1182
Parts
- Number of Parts 32
- Control Surfaces 8
- Performance Cost 184