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Exhibit photos
Description
| Notes: Wide body, short wing tactical bomber modified to provide electronic countermeasure targets for ground and airborne radar systems (2 CREW) . | ||
| Manufacturer: | Martin | |
| Base model: | B-57 | |
| Designation: | EB-57 | |
| Version: | B | |
| Nickname: | Night Intruder | |
| Designation System: | U.S. Air Force | |
| Designation Period: | 1924-Present | |
| Basic role: | Bomber | |
| Modified Mission: | Special electronic installation | |
| Serial/Bureau Number: | 52-1500 | |
| Location: | Vermont ANG - 158th FG, Burlington, Burlington Vermont | |
Specifications
| Length: | 65' 6" | 19.9 m | |
| Height: | 15' 6" | 4.7 m | |
| Wingspan: | 64' | 19.5 m | |
| Gross Weight: | 58,798 lb | 26,666 kg | |
| Max Weight: | 58,800 lb | 26,666 kg | |
Propulsion
| No. of Engines: | 2 | ||
| Powerplant: | Wright J65-W-5 | ||
| Thrust (each): | 7,220 lb | 3,274 kg | |
Performance
| Range: | 2,000 miles | 3,220 km | |
| Cruise Speed: | 450 mph | 724 km/h | 391 kt |
| Max Speed: | 570 mph | 917 km/h | 495 kt |
| Ceiling: | 49,000 ft | 14,934 m | |