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Douglas F3D-2B 'Skyknight'

Description
  Manufacturer:Douglas
  Base model:F3D
  Designation:F3D
  Version:-2B
  Nickname:Skyknight
  Designation System:U.S. Navy / Marines
  Designation Period:1922-1962
  Basic role:Fighter
  Modified Mission:Special armament
  Crew:Pilot & Radar operator
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Specifications
  Length: 45' 5" 13.8 m
  Height:16' 1" 4.9 m
  Wingspan: 50' 15.2 m
  Wingarea: 400.0 sq ft 37.1 sq m
  Empty Weight: 18,160 lb 8,237 kg
  Gross Weight: 27,623 lb 12,553 kg
  Max Weight: 27,681 lb 12,556 kg

Propulsion
  No. of Engines: 2
  Powerplant: Westinghouse J34-WE-24
  Thrust (each): 3,000 lb 1,361 kg

Performance
  Range: 1,540 miles 2,478 km
  Cruise Speed: 390 mph 628 km/h 339 kt
  Max Speed: 565 mph 909 km/h 491 kt
  Climb: 4,000 ft/min 1,219 m/min
  Ceiling: 38,200 ft 11,675 m