US Air Force Museum - Early Years - North American O-47B Observation Plane
Bill Maloney 2/8/2007 |
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North American O-47B |
Length: 33 feet 3 inches
Wingspan: 46 feet, 4 inches
Height: 13 feet 9 inches
Crew: 3
Weight: 5,900 lbs Empty 8,300 lbs Max
Max Speed: 227mph
Cruise Speed: 200mph
Range: 840 miles
Service Ceiling: 21,400 feet
Fuel Capacity: ___ Gallons
Powerplant: Wright R-1820 radial engine 1,060hp
Armament:
One fixed forward firing 30cal. machine gun
One flexible 30cal. machine gun in rear gunner's position
First Flight : April 1934
Cost: $____