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Vought YF8U-2 (YF-8C) 'Crusader'

Description
  Manufacturer:Vought
  Base model:F8U
  Designation:YF8U
  Version:-2
  Nickname:Crusader
  Designation System:U.S. Navy / Marines
  Designation Period:1922-1962
  Basic role:Fighter
  Status:Prototype
  First Flew:1958/08/20
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Specifications
  Length: 54' 3" 16.5 m
  Height:15' 9" 4.8 m
  Wingspan: 35' 8" 10.8 m

Propulsion
  No. of Engines: 1
  Powerplant: Pratt & Whitney J57-P-16
  Thrust (each):17,500 lb 7,936 kg

Performance
  Max Speed: 1,322 mph 2,128 km/h 1,150 kt