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 147.0ft (44.8m)
- Length 119.2ft (36.3m)
- Height 34.7ft (10.6m)
- Empty Weight 80,256lbs (36,403kg)
- Loaded Weight 178,955lbs (81,173kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 1.054
- Wing Loading 80.7lbs/ft2 (394.1kg/m2)
- Wing Area 2,217.0ft2 (206.0m2)
- Drag Points 45332
Parts
- Number of Parts 218
- Control Surfaces 7
- Performance Cost 975
