Cradle Of Aviation Museum - Grumman F3F-2
Bill Maloney 6/16/2008 |
Length: 23 feet, 3 inches
Wingspan: 32 feet
Height: 9 feet, 4 inches
Crew: 1
Weight: Empty -3,200lbs Max Takeoff - 4,800lbs
Max Speed: 264mph
Cruise Speed: 150mph
Range: 980 miles
Service Ceiling: 33,200 feet
Fuel Capacity:
Powerplant: Wright R-1820 Cyclone 9 cyl Air Cooled Radial Engine 950hp
Armament:
One 30cal Browning Machine Gun
One 50cal Browning Machine Gun
First Flight : 1936
Cost: $20,000
This Grumman F3F-2 is a remarkable reproduction built by the Cradle of Aviation Museum's volunteers from original Grumman Blueprints. The quality and workmanship these guys have put into this aircraft is just amazing.