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Yokosuka MXY-7 Ohka model 11s

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History

The Yokosuka MXY-7 Ohka was a purpose-built, rocket-powered human-guided kamikaze attack aircraft employed by Japan against Allied ships towards the end of the Pacific War during World War II. Although extremely fast, the very short range of the Ohka meant that it had to be carried into action as a parasite aircraft by a much larger bomber, which was itself vulnerable to carrier-borne fighters. In action during the Battle of Okinawa in 1945, Ohkas were able to sink or damage some escort vessels and transport ships but no major warships were ever hit. Improved versions which attempted to overcome the aircraft's shortcomings were developed too late to be deployed. Allied troops referred to the aircraft as "Baka Bombs".

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General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 28.8ft (8.8m)
  • Length 34.6ft (10.6m)
  • Height 6.8ft (2.1m)
  • Empty Weight 11,177lbs (5,070kg)
  • Loaded Weight 12,244lbs (5,553kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 4.129
  • Wing Loading 11.0lbs/ft2 (53.9kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 1,109.0ft2 (103.0m2)
  • Drag Points 3720

Parts

  • Number of Parts 90
  • Control Surfaces 6
  • Performance Cost 364