Designed for the U.S. Army Air Forces as a modern interceptor with top-notch flight characteristics. Two prototypes were built, and the aircraft made its maiden flight on January 15, 1943. However, problems with its intended engine and a series of modifications requested by the customer significantly reduced the aircraft's potential characteristics. As a result, the project was canceled.
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Gun Armament
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32
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| 37 mm T12/T13 (C) |
2
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| 12.7 mm M2 (C) |
2
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Survivability
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11
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Hit Points
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350
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Airspeed
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58
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Top Speed at Best Altitude,
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615
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Maximum Dive Speed,
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900
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Maneuverability
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49
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Average Time to Turn 360 deg,
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12.30
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Rate of Roll,
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100
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Optimum Airspeed,
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534
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Stall Speed,
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180
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Altitude Performance
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67
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Optimum Altitude,
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2100
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Rate of Climb,
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93.40
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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.
