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Bell P-39L 'Airacobra'

Description
  Manufacturer:Bell
  Base model:P-39
  Designation:P-39
  Version:L
  Nickname:Airacobra
  Designation System:U.S. Air Force
  Designation Period:1925-1947
  Basic role:Pursuit
  Crew:1
  See Also:P-45

Specifications
  Length: 30' 2" 9.1 m
  Wingspan: 34' 0" 10.3 m
  Gross Weight: 8,500 lb 3,854 kg

Propulsion
  No. of Engines: 1
  Powerplant: Allison V-1710-63
  Horsepower (each): 1325

Performance
  Max Speed: 365 mph 587 km/h 317 kt

Known serial numbers
42-4454 / 42-4703