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Lockheed Vega 5B

3,030 geek1love  3.1 years ago

Lockheed Vegas were first built in 1927 and were used to break speed records thanks to a powerful Wright Whirlwind engine. This replica is an early 1930s 5B customized for racing with several windows removed, less fuel and a more powerful engine.

Controls:
VTOL adjusts flaps.

Have fun!

General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 50.1ft (15.3m)
  • Length 29.9ft (9.1m)
  • Height 13.1ft (4.0m)
  • Empty Weight 5,593lbs (2,537kg)
  • Loaded Weight 7,366lbs (3,341kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.135
  • Wing Loading 16.3lbs/ft2 (79.6kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 451.9ft2 (42.0m2)
  • Drag Points 4149

Parts

  • Number of Parts 89
  • Control Surfaces 8
  • Performance Cost 375