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Grunder B-98 Backfin

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The B-98 is based on the Tupolev Tu-98, which was a fast supersonic bomber built in 1956. Only a single prototype flew. With a speed over 850mph it was a promising design, but the USSR decided to developed the craft into the TU-28 Interceptor, of which 200 were built. AG2 for the 3 rear 23mm cannons, AG3 for the drogue chute, and AG8 for marker lights. Armed with 2 Heavy Inferno Missiles.

General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 62.7ft (19.1m)
  • Length 85.3ft (26.0m)
  • Height 23.0ft (7.0m)
  • Empty Weight 38,096lbs (17,280kg)
  • Loaded Weight 89,924lbs (40,789kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 1.249
  • Wing Loading 90.1lbs/ft2 (440.1kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 997.7ft2 (92.7m2)
  • Drag Points 5392

Parts

  • Number of Parts 90
  • Control Surfaces 7
  • Performance Cost 587