Photo Pack
The B-29 Superfortress revolutionized World War Two-era bombers with its ability to carry a much greater bomb load and fly faster and farther than its predecessors. This "Super bomber" was crucial in carrying out missions such as the dropping of atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, helping to end the war in the Pacific. This photo pack documents a "Silverplate" B-29A, serial number 44-62070, a specific aircraft with ties to the units that carried out the atomic bomb missions.
The collection provides a comprehensive look at the aircraft's powerful exterior, capturing its streamlined fuselage, large wings, and four Wright R-3350 radial engines. It delves into the unique features of the Superfortress, including detailed views of its innovative remote-controlled gun turrets, the distinctive "greenhouse" nose, and the tail gun position. The photos meticulously document the panel lines, rivets, and airframe details, offering an essential resource for visual fidelity.
Key Specifications:
Span: 141 ft 3 in (43.0 m)
Length: 99 ft 0 in (30.2 m)
Wing Area: 1,739 sq ft (161.6 m²)
Empty Weight: 74,500 lbs (33,793 kg)
Gross Weight: 135,000 lbs (61,235 kg)
Power Plant: Four Wright R-3350-23 Cyclone radial engines
Armament: 10 .50-caliber machine guns and 20,000 lbs of bombs
Accommodation: 11 crew
Performance:
Top Speed: 357 mph (575 km/h) at 25,000 ft
Cruise Speed: 230 mph (370 km/h)
Range: 4,000 mi (6,437 km)
Ceiling: 38,000 ft (11,582 m)
This reference is a valuable resource for anyone looking to accurately study or recreate the iconic Superfortress.
The collection provides a comprehensive look at the aircraft's powerful exterior, capturing its streamlined fuselage, large wings, and four Wright R-3350 radial engines. It delves into the unique features of the Superfortress, including detailed views of its innovative remote-controlled gun turrets, the distinctive "greenhouse" nose, and the tail gun position. The photos meticulously document the panel lines, rivets, and airframe details, offering an essential resource for visual fidelity.
Key Specifications:
Span: 141 ft 3 in (43.0 m)
Length: 99 ft 0 in (30.2 m)
Wing Area: 1,739 sq ft (161.6 m²)
Empty Weight: 74,500 lbs (33,793 kg)
Gross Weight: 135,000 lbs (61,235 kg)
Power Plant: Four Wright R-3350-23 Cyclone radial engines
Armament: 10 .50-caliber machine guns and 20,000 lbs of bombs
Accommodation: 11 crew
Performance:
Top Speed: 357 mph (575 km/h) at 25,000 ft
Cruise Speed: 230 mph (370 km/h)
Range: 4,000 mi (6,437 km)
Ceiling: 38,000 ft (11,582 m)
This reference is a valuable resource for anyone looking to accurately study or recreate the iconic Superfortress.
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