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M-02-ARORAPTOR

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I felt like building a plane. I asked AI on how I should make the plane and it told me to build this. PLUS it gave me this cool history breakdown so enjoy! (I did not make a ejection seat for this one though)

The McLarry M-02 AeroRaptor was a cutting-edge high TWR (Thrust-to-Weight Ratio) counterrotating turboprop interceptor aircraft built in the 1960s by the renowned company, McLarry Motors. As the second aircraft in the AeroRaptor family, it boasted even more advanced features and capabilities than its predecessor.

Designed for reconnaissance and interception missions, the AeroRaptor excelled at operating in high altitudes and slow speeds, making it ideal for surveillance and engaging in dogfights with hostile aircraft. Its innovative counterrotating turboprop engines provided exceptional thrust, enabling the plane to achieve impressive maneuverability and acceleration.

Throughout its history, the McLarry M-02 AeroRaptor played a significant role in various military operations, earning a reputation as one of the most formidable interceptor planes of its time. Its sleek and futuristic design, coupled with state-of-the-art avionics and weapons systems, made it a symbol of technological prowess.

Despite its remarkable performance, the M-02 AeroRaptor never entered mass production due to the changing priorities in military aviation and the rise of jet-powered aircraft. However, its legacy continued to influence subsequent generations of aircraft, with some of its design principles finding their way into other advanced projects.

Today, the McLarry M-02 AeroRaptor remains a coveted piece of aviation history, celebrated for its innovation and the mark it left on the evolution of interceptor aircraft. Restored versions of this iconic plane can be found in aviation museums, serving as a reminder of the brilliance of engineering achieved by McLarry Motors during the 1960s.

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General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 30.2ft (9.2m)
  • Length 32.2ft (9.8m)
  • Height 12.3ft (3.8m)
  • Empty Weight 12,979lbs (5,887kg)
  • Loaded Weight 14,496lbs (6,575kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 1.103
  • Wing Loading 56.4lbs/ft2 (275.4kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 257.0ft2 (23.9m2)
  • Drag Points 5994

Parts

  • Number of Parts 152
  • Control Surfaces 10
  • Performance Cost 865