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B-26 Bombarder

144 Riptide25  8.9 years ago

(Press 1 to arm bombs and drop bomb doors. Press 2-5 to drop each bomb from back to front)

The B-26 Bombarder is a medium mid-range bomber developed by McLean Aviation for the Republic Army Air Force. With a revolutionary bomb bay door design, it helps to protect the bombs and the bomber from and AA fire. First used in the campaign on Kishiga, the bomber is more expensive, slightly slower than, and has 2/3 the payload of the B-34 Albatross, it has more reliable service and is safer to operate.

The B-26 is not expected to become the primary Republic bomber, however. Because of the increased bomb load and cheaper cost, the B-34 will retain that title. But the advancements of the B-26 will earn it a powerful place among the RAAF.

General Characteristics

  • Successors 1 airplane(s)
  • Created On Mac
  • Wingspan 55.5ft (16.9m)
  • Length 46.6ft (14.2m)
  • Height 20.5ft (6.3m)
  • Empty Weight 10,557lbs (4,788kg)
  • Loaded Weight 15,328lbs (6,952kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.202
  • Wing Loading 27.0lbs/ft2 (131.6kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 568.6ft2 (52.8m2)
  • Drag Points 5798

Parts

  • Number of Parts 274
  • Control Surfaces 5
  • Performance Cost 781