The P-47 first flew in 1941. It was designed as a fighter, but quickly became a multi-role aircraft during WWII. It was used as an interceptor, bomber escort, small bomber, and close support. The P-47 was armed with 8 x 0.5" M2 Browning machine guns. It could carry up to 2,500 lbs of bombs or 10 x 5" unguided rockets. Over 15,600 P-47s were built by the time it was retired in 1955.
SpecificationsLength.........................36 ft 1 in
Height.........................14 ft 8 in
Wing Span......................40 ft 9 in
Powerplant...........1 x Pratt & Whitney R-2800-59 twin-row radial engine
Maximum Speed..................433 mph
Maximum Range..................1,800 miles
Service Ceiling................43,000 ft
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