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USAF Armament Museum, Eglin AFB Florida
Northrop F-89J 'Scorpion' SN: 53-2610

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Description
  Manufacturer:Northrop
  Base model:F-89
  Designation:F-89
  Version:J
  Nickname:Scorpion
  Designation System:U.S. Air Force
  Designation Period:1948-Present
  Basic role:Fighter
  Crew:Pilot
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  Serial/Bureau Number:53-2610
  Location:USAF Armament Museum, Eglin AFB Florida

Specifications
  Length: 53' 8" 16.3 m
  Height:17' 6" 5.3 m
  Wingspan: 59' 10" 18.2 m
  Gross Weight: 47,698 lb 21,632 kg
  Max Weight: 47,700 lb 21,632 kg

Propulsion
  No. of Engines: 2
  Powerplant: Allison J35-A
  Thrust (each): 4,900 lb 3,265 kg

Performance
  Range: 1,600 miles 2,576 km
  Cruise Speed: 465 mph 748 km/h 404 kt
  Max Speed: 627 mph 1,009 km/h 545 kt
  Ceiling: 45,000 ft 13,715 m