A further development of the P-47 Thunderbolt concept featuring a new Pratt & Whitney R-4360 engine. Two prototypes built were tested in 1944–1945. Never entered service.
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2,420,000
Price
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69,000
Research price
Restore standard configuration
Engine
22000
R-4360-41
24000
R-4360-53
Airframe
11900
P-72B
Wing-mounted weapon
17900
6x12.7 mm M3 (W)
Outboard weapon
3150
2x500 lb
Outboard weapon
14200
10x5'' HVAR Mk. 25
Premium aircraft
Special aircraft
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Gun Armament
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26
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| 12.7 mm MG-53HB (W) |
6
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| 12.7 mm M3 (W) |
6
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Bombs and Rockets
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0
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| 250 lb |
2
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| 500 lb |
2
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| 5'' HVAR Mk. 25 |
10
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Survivability
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15
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Hit Points
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480
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Airspeed
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59
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Top Speed at Best Altitude,
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790
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Maximum Dive Speed,
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900
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Maneuverability
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44
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Average Time to Turn 360 deg,
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13.50
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Rate of Roll,
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160
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Optimum Airspeed,
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480
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Stall Speed,
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180
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Altitude Performance
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56
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Optimum Altitude,
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1800
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Rate of Climb,
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139.70
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The specifications are shown for a crew with 100% proficiency.
Indicates the capacity to withstand enemy fire. Factors in aircraft durability and the coefficients of resistance to critical damage and fire.
Indicates the capacity to damage aerial targets with forward-firing autocannon and machine guns as well as defensive turrets. Factors in damage, range, and accuracy.
Indicates the capacity to damage ground targets with bombs and rockets. Factors in damage and resupply time.
Indicates the capacity to engage in maneuvering combat. Factors in time to turn 360 degrees and rate of roll.
Indicates the capacity to engage in combat at a high speed. Factors in airspeed, acceleration, and boost efficiency.
Indicates the capacity to engage in combat at a high altitude. Factors in the optimum altitude range and maximum flight altitude.
