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Opossum

480 AMPPL50  1.2 years ago

The Opossum is one of the rarer CIR aircraft. This is the result of both it's cost and the extensive use of near-unique parts. it's actually powered by 4 900 Hp engines in the nose driving a single propeller, similar to the Linke-Hoffmann R.II. This was a conscious inspiration for in-flight engine maintenance in order to ensure safety over hazardous environments such as parts of the Penninsular interior and even in trade routes beyond the Sahara. As such, it's main applications are in transport and patrol/SAR roles.

This particular one is a rare example outfitted as a bomber, for this role is taken up by the Sidehill Gouger fo rthe most part. While it shares the CIR's aversion to defensive weaponry, the Opossum is infamous for it's lethality against patrol aircraft, to the point where it's often treated more like a very heavy fighter. This is highlighted by the presence of 6 18 mm cannons in the wings.

Controls:
1-5: drop bombs
Bomb bay doors: VTOL

General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 101.2ft (30.9m)
  • Length 68.0ft (20.7m)
  • Height 22.5ft (6.9m)
  • Empty Weight 22,064lbs (10,008kg)
  • Loaded Weight 34,748lbs (15,761kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.103
  • Wing Loading 30.4lbs/ft2 (148.4kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 1,143.0ft2 (106.2m2)
  • Drag Points 4893

Parts

  • Number of Parts 100
  • Control Surfaces 7
  • Performance Cost 779