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Eastern (GM) TBM-3U 'Avenger'

Description
  Manufacturer:Eastern (GM)
  Base model:TBM
  Designation:TBM
  Version:-3U
  Nickname:Avenger
  Designation System:U.S. Navy / Marines
  Designation Period:1935-1946
  Basic role:Torpedo Bomber
  Modified Mission:Utility
  Crew:Pilot, Bombadier, Rear Gunner

Specifications
  Length: 40' 11" 12.4 m
  Height:16' 5" 5.0 m
  Wingspan: 54' 2" 16.5 m
  Wingarea: 490.0 sq ft 45.5 sq m
  Empty Weight: 10,545 lb 4,782 kg
  Gross Weight: 17,893 lb 8,115 kg
  Max Weight: 17,895 lb 8,115 kg

Propulsion
  No. of Engines: 1
  Powerplant: Wright R-2600-20
  Horsepower (each): 1900

Performance
  Range: 1,010 miles 1,626 km
  Cruise Speed: 147 mph 236 km/h 127 kt
  Max Speed: 276 mph 444 km/h 240 kt
  Climb: 2,060 ft/min 627 m/min
  Ceiling: 30,100 ft 9,174 m

Examples of this type may be found at
MuseumCityState
Lone Star Flight MuseumGalvestonTexas

TBM-3U on display

Lone Star Flight Museum