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Convair YB-60

Military
Convair YB-60

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The Convair YB-60 of 1952 was an experimental eight-engine strategic bomber exploring unconventional powerplant arrangements. At an impressive 52.1 meters with 62.8-meter wingspan and accommodating five crew, it represented ambitious but ultimately unsuccessful alternative to the B-47 and B-52.

Especificaciones

Función
Strategic bomber
Tripulación
5
Motores
8
Primer vuelo
1952
Longitud
52,1 m
Envergadura
62,8 m
Velocidad máxima
818 km/h