Douglas SBD "Dauntless"
dive bomber
1938

     
   
     

An improved modification of Northrop BT-1 aircraft. Entered production in 1940. Was the most successful american dive bomber during WWII. Several thousands built.

     
   
     

Crew: 2
Start mass: 4318kg
Engine: 1 x Wright R-1820-6 Cyclone 9, 1007kW
Wingspan: 12.65m
Length: 10.06m
Height: 3.94m		 Wing area: 30.19m2
Max speed: 410kph
Cruise speed: 298kph
Ceiling: 7680m
Range: 1244km
Armament: 2 x 12.7mm MG, 2 x 7.62mm MG, 725kg of 2964kg bombs

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