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Convair/General Dynamics Model 48 Charger

45.5k Sgtk  5.7 years ago

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The Wiki:

The Convair Model 48 Charger was a prototype light attack and observation aircraft of the 1960s, developed to meet a requirement for a dedicated counter-insurgency (COIN) aircraft. It was a two-seat, twin-boom aircraft powered by two turboprop engines which lost out to the North American Rockwell OV-10 Bronco of similar layout, only a single example being built.

Controls and Features:

-Standard SP Flight Controls
-VTOL for Flaps
-Trim for Trim
-Standard weapons (Alt is default)

Features:

-Custom control surfaces
-Custom Decals
-Custom Gear (mikoyanster derived)

As Always:

I have always thought that this plane looked better than the OV-10. I was surprised to not see one here on the SP website, so I wanted to take a crack at it. There is a little bit of auto-roll, and I'm not sure whats causing it. Also a little wonky on take off, not sure whats wrong with the gear that's making her want to jerk about. Once in the air, flies pretty decently. If you have any suggestions for the issues listed, I'd greatly appreciate it. As always, please let me know if you have suggestions for improvement or if there is a vehicle you would like to see recreated. Thank you so much for stopping by, and enjoy your flight!!

General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 30.8ft (9.4m)
  • Length 41.3ft (12.6m)
  • Height 14.2ft (4.3m)
  • Empty Weight 9,381lbs (4,255kg)
  • Loaded Weight 10,711lbs (4,858kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.42
  • Wing Loading 41.4lbs/ft2 (201.9kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 259.0ft2 (24.1m2)
  • Drag Points 8492

Parts

  • Number of Parts 225
  • Control Surfaces 8
  • Performance Cost 1,238
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    45.5k Sgtk

    @Treadmill103
    @Tang0five
    @mikoyanster

    Thanks!!

    5.7 years ago
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    2,880 Liquidfox01

    I was literally thinking about this competition today, nice build

    5.7 years ago
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    5,987 MrKoT

    @Sgtk np! the plane is good and pleasant in control but with a take-off there are problems.

    5.7 years ago
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    45.5k Sgtk

    Thanks @MrKoT

    5.7 years ago