Consolidated B-24

The Consolidated B-24, called Liberator by the RAF, was a four engine heavy bomber manufactured by Consolidated Aircraft. Next to the B-17, the B-24 was the most important strategic daylight bomber of the USAAF in the European theater.

 


Type Example B-24 J

Length 21,16 m
Wingspan 33,55 m
Height 5,49 m
Powerplant Four Pratt & Whitney R-1830-65 double row radial engines, each with 1.200 Horsepower
Maximun Speed 480 km/h at 9.150 m altitude
Range 3.360 km
Crew 12
Service Ceiling 8.550 m
Empty Weight 17.250 kg
Loaded Weight 26.000 kg
Armament Ten 12,7 mm MG; additional bomb load

 

 

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