Convair B-58 Hustler
Military
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The Convair B-58 Hustler of 1956 was the world's first supersonic bomber, a sleek delta-wing symbol of American Cold War ambition. At 29.5 meters with four turbojets producing 2,122.4 km/h, it redefined strategic bombing with speed, elegance, and cutting-edge aerodynamic innovation.
Specifications
- Role
- Supersonic strategic bomber
- Origin
- United States
- Engines
- 4
- First flight
- 1956
- Length
- 29.5 m
- Wingspan
- 17.3 m
- Max speed
- 2,122 km/h