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Curtiss XF8C-6 'Helldiver'

Description
  Manufacturer:Curtiss
  Base model:F8C
  Designation:XF8C
  Version:-6
  Nickname:Helldiver
  Designation System:U.S. Navy / Marines
  Designation Period:1922-1962
  Basic role:Fighter
  Status:Experimental

Specifications
  Length: 25' 11" 7.9 m
  Height:10' 6" 3.2 m
  Wingspan: 32' 0" 9.7 m
  Gross Weight: 3,886 lb 1,762 kg

Propulsion
  Powerplant: Pratt & Whitney R-1340C
  Horsepower (each): 450

Performance
  Max Speed: 153 mph 246 km/h 132 kt
  Ceiling: 20,500 ft 6,248 m