The Boeing B-52G Stratofortress, a definitive icon of the Cold War, stands as a testament to the era's long-range strategic bombers. This comprehensive photo pack offers an in-depth visual exploration of the "Big Ugly Fat Fella," providing an essential resource for artists, modelers, and historians alike.
The collection features a complete exterior walkaround, capturing the aircraft's immense scale from every angle, including its massive fuselage, distinctive swept wings, and eight-engine configuration. It delves into the finer details with high-resolution close-ups of the landing gear, engine nacelles, bomb bay doors, and the tail section's unique gunner's turret.
Key Specifications:
Span: 185 ft (56.4 m)
Length: 160 ft 11 in (49.1 m)
Wing Area: 4,000 sq ft (371.6 m²)
Power Plant: Eight Pratt & Whitney J57-P-43WB turbojet engines
Armament: Up to 70,000 lbs (31,751 kg) of mixed ordnance and four 0.50-in machine-guns
Top Speed: 634 mph (1020 km/h)
Range: 7,500 mi (12,070 km)
Ceiling: 55,000 ft (16,764 m)
With a focus on the minutiae of panel lines, rivets, and unique airframe markings, this reference is the ultimate guide for anyone seeking to accurately study the legendary B-52G.