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A-10 Thuderbolt II (Warthog)

779 THEGOLDCROWN  6.9 years ago

A model of the A-10 Thunderbolt II, or more commonly known as the A-10 Warthog. History: The Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II is a single-seat, twin turbofan engine, straight wing jet aircraft developed by Fairchild-Republic for the United States Air Force (USAF). Commonly referred to by the nicknames "Warthog" or "Hog", its official name comes from the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, a World War II fighter that was effective at attacking ground targets.[citation needed] The A-10 was designed for close air support (CAS) of friendly ground troops, attacking armored vehicles and tanks, and providing quick-action support against enemy ground forces. It entered service in 1976 and is the only production-built aircraft that has served in the USAF that was designed solely for CAS. Its secondary mission is to provide forward air controller – airborne (FAC-A) support, by directing other aircraft in attacks on ground targets. Aircraft used primarily in this role are designated OA-10. Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fairchild_Republic_A-10_Thunderbolt_II

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General Characteristics

  • Successors 1 airplane(s) +14 bonus
  • Created On iOS
  • Wingspan 30.9ft (9.4m)
  • Length 26.4ft (8.1m)
  • Height 7.4ft (2.3m)
  • Empty Weight 11,734lbs (5,322kg)
  • Loaded Weight 15,375lbs (6,974kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 4.384
  • Wing Loading 117.4lbs/ft2 (573.4kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 130.9ft2 (12.2m2)
  • Drag Points 3714

Parts

  • Number of Parts 38
  • Control Surfaces 6
  • Performance Cost 318
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    9,306 YTho

    Technically the landing gear on the wings partially retract into that larger section in the middle of each wing. Good build! My first A-10 was a flying turd both with looks and performance :P @THEGOLDCROWN

    6.9 years ago
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    @Jack2019 because that's how it is on the real plane.

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    @THEGOLDCROWN no problem

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    @Jack2019 you mean the front gear, in which I have no clue. The landing gear on the wings don't fold, like on the real A-10.

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    @FennVectorCWA thank you

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    you have the potential :D

    if you need any help, just ask me :D

    6.9 years ago
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    @Warbirdnation
    Thanks, I usually don't put paint jobs on my creations but you are more than welcome to.

    6.9 years ago
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    A little advice, always use the reply button please@THEGOLDCROWN

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    Very good looks almost alike, needs a paint job but keep up the good builds!

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    Thank you Warbirdnation

    6.9 years ago