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Republic XP-47L 'Thunderbolt'

Description
  Manufacturer:Republic
  Base model:P-47
  Designation:XP-47
  Version:L
  Nickname:Thunderbolt
  Designation System:U.S. Air Force
  Designation Period:1925-1947
  Basic role:Pursuit
  Status:Experimental
  Crew:1

Specifications
  Length: 36' 1" 11.0 m
  Wingspan: 40' 9" 12.4 m
  Gross Weight: 14,800 lb 6,712 kg

Propulsion
  No. of Engines: 1
  Powerplant: Pratt & Whitney R-2800-59
  Horsepower (each): 2100

Performance
  Max Speed: 425 mph 684 km/h 369 kt