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Bell YP-39A 'Airacobra'

Description
  Manufacturer:Bell
  Base model:P-39
  Designation:YP-39
  Version:A
  Nickname:Airacobra
  Designation System:U.S. Air Force
  Designation Period:1925-1947
  Basic role:Pursuit
  Status:Prototype
  Crew:1
  See Also:P-45

Specifications
  Length: 30' 2" 9.1 m
  Wingspan: 34' 0" 10.3 m
  Gross Weight: 7,250 lb 3,287 kg

Propulsion
  No. of Engines: 1
  Powerplant: Allison V-1710-31
  Horsepower (each): 1150

Performance
  Max Speed: 384 mph 618 km/h 334 kt