Convair R3Y "Tradewind"
transport flying boat
1954


     
   
     

The first R3Y flew on February 25, 1954. 11 built.



Crew: 5
Passengers: 80
Engine: 4 x Allison T40-A-10 turboprops, 4362kW
Wingspan: 44.42m
Length: 42.57m
Height: 13.67m
Start mass: 74843-79379kg
Max speed: 580kph
Cruise speed: 480kph
Range w/max.fuel: 6437km
Payload: 21750kg

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