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[3RD ANNIV] [AR] NAC NR-7 Kingsman

22.0k SomeSPGuyWhoLikesLore  6 hours ago

For my 3RD Anniversary, I'm bringing this old series back!

Part of the Air Racer series!

Only controls:

Rockets - Smoke

Aircraft History bits and bobs

The NAC NR-7 "Kingsman" is Neuoric Aerospace Company magnum opus when it comes to Air Racing. Built somewhere in the middle of the peak of Air Racing popularity, it was built to compete with other tractor racer at the time. Despite being a tractor config, it is extremely agile akin to that of a pusher, which surprise many in the racing scene considering what it was.

Though despite all the positive, it doesn't mean it is flawless, as it aircraft has many flaws that pilots and other alike has complained back to NAC. First, is the plane like to turn left or right during takeoff. NAC Engineers currently are still investigating the cause, but it's likely because of its airframe or the configuration of its wheels.

Secondly, the electronics has many issue, with many complained that their electronics and navigation device malfunction mid flight, though this has since been fixed.

Despite the flaws, it is still a beloved purchase able aircraft for air racing.

Stats

Aircraft type: Tractor
Weight Class: Medium
Race Class: A-
Max speed: 410mph (stock)
Engine: DVH5000 V10
Movement: Agile
Flaws: Turning during takeoff (can be countered if you fight the aircraft)

Trivia

  • This aircraft has been in storage for over a year in my Simpleplanes
  • This specific aircraft is flown by the main protagonist (Atleast in this build)
  • this specific build is also slightly modified, with underbelly fuel tank and smoke emitter
  • The original is supercharged, but I decided to not make this one supercharged considering race class limitations

Anyways, enjoy!

General Characteristics

  • Created On Android
  • Wingspan 33.6ft (10.3m)
  • Length 35.9ft (11.0m)
  • Height 13.5ft (4.1m)
  • Empty Weight N/A
  • Loaded Weight 3,174lbs (1,439kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.948
  • Wing Loading 18.5lbs/ft2 (90.2kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 171.9ft2 (16.0m2)
  • Drag Points 2873

Parts

  • Number of Parts 168
  • Control Surfaces 4
  • Performance Cost 679