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Curtiss XF8C-1 'Helldiver'

Description
  Manufacturer:Curtiss
  Base model:F8C
  Designation:XF8C
  Version:-1
  Nickname:Helldiver
  Designation System:U.S. Navy / Marines
  Designation Period:1922-1962
  Basic role:Fighter
  Status:Experimental

Specifications
  Length: 29' 5" 8.9 m
  Height:0' 0""
  Wingspan: 38' 0" 11.5 m
  Gross Weight: 4,234 lb 1,920 kg

Propulsion
  Powerplant: Pratt & Whitney R-1300
  Horsepower (each): 425

Performance
  Max Speed: 141 mph 227 km/h 122 kt
  Ceiling: 14,450 ft 4,404 m