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Northrop F-5E Tiger

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The Northrop F-5E Tiger is a tactical air defense and ground attack fighter, built and developed in the United States and massively exported. The F-5E, the most powerful version of the F-5A Freedom Fighter, has become one of the most operated planes in the world. The original F-5A variant was tested in combat in Vietnam, in the Skoshi Tiger Program. The F-5E is extremely maneuverable and fast, making it an excellent aircraft for air combat. Please comment

General Characteristics

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  • Wingspan 31.4ft (9.6m)
  • Length 49.3ft (15.0m)
  • Height 25.0ft (7.6m)
  • Empty Weight 8,137lbs (3,691kg)
  • Loaded Weight 21,315lbs (9,668kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 2.435
  • Wing Loading 8.8lbs/ft2 (43.0kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 2,422.2ft2 (225.0m2)
  • Drag Points 1515

Parts

  • Number of Parts 462
  • Control Surfaces 8
  • Performance Cost 2,178