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SWL-75 Storm Research Plane

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This is the SWL-75 as a storm research plane. 1 - 4 for drop cones (devices used for collecting data). Has a hurricane on the tail, Also has double-bladed props. The passenger version is here. I was inspired to make this version after watching a documentary on hurricane hunters.

General Characteristics

  • Created On iOS
  • Wingspan 138.1ft (42.1m)
  • Length 116.7ft (35.6m)
  • Height 28.2ft (8.6m)
  • Empty Weight 44,401lbs (20,140kg)
  • Loaded Weight 62,836lbs (28,501kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 0.107
  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.19
  • Wing Loading 39.9lbs/ft2 (194.6kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 1,576.2ft2 (146.4m2)
  • Drag Points 26892

Parts

  • Number of Parts 157
  • Control Surfaces 6
  • Performance Cost 715