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F4U Super Corsair Reno

50.4k Stingray  8.8 years ago

In 1985 this Super Corsair won the Gold Unlimited Race at Reno, establishing a new race speed record. It featured clipped wings and a special R4360 engine. Normal runway takeoff, maneuver in tight race circles, top speed approaches 800 MPH. Enjoy the ride!

General Characteristics

  • Created On Android
  • Wingspan 49.0ft (14.9m)
  • Length 38.3ft (11.7m)
  • Height 14.4ft (4.4m)
  • Empty Weight 6,244lbs (2,832kg)
  • Loaded Weight 15,453lbs (7,009kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 0.654
  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.194
  • Wing Loading 27.8lbs/ft2 (135.9kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 555.0ft2 (51.6m2)
  • Drag Points 3290

Parts

  • Number of Parts 88
  • Control Surfaces 5
  • Performance Cost 372
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    37.7k Decrepit

    @Stingray thanks!

    8.8 years ago
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    @Stingray Yeah they were pretty easy to hear and see

    8.8 years ago
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    50.4k Stingray

    Will do. @Nickasaurus

    8.8 years ago
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    37.7k Decrepit

    @Stingray can you please respond on hangouts?

    8.8 years ago
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    50.4k Stingray

    BTW it has 3 jet engines inside the main fuselage--a very common SP trick, even WalrusAircraft does that. @Noman0rumeral

    8.8 years ago
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    50.4k Stingray

    Yep, this is my fastest prop plane, so far. I messaged you with a link to my use of a spine inside a 3.5x4.5 earth-to-space model posted yesterday. @Nickasaurus

    8.8 years ago
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    37.7k Decrepit

    @Stingray nice!

    8.8 years ago
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    50.4k Stingray

    Thx! This is the Unlimited Reno Class. @Noman0rumeral

    8.8 years ago
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    Any prop plane that goes faster than sound is awesome

    8.8 years ago
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    50.4k Stingray

    Thank you, @Nickasaurus

    8.8 years ago