Douglas C-74 Globemaster
Military

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The Douglas C-74 Globemaster first flew in 1945 as the largest American transport aircraft of its era. Powered by four engines and crewed by thirteen, it achieved 528 km/h with extraordinary 52.8-meter wingspan. This strategic airlifter moved cargo and personnel globally.
Specifications
- Role
- Strategic airlifter
- Crew
- 13
- Engines
- 4
- First flight
- 1945
- Length
- 37.8 m
- Wingspan
- 52.8 m
- Max speed
- 528 km/h