North American B-25 Mitchell

The North American B-25 Mitchell is of a medium bomber United States, Considered a classic of WWII. Rugged and reliable, it was much appreciated by the crew , being used successfully in Africa, Mediterranean and Italy. Several models incorporating additional weapons, such as B- 25G with a cannon of 75 mm, for use against ships.

He became famous by Doolittle Attack (Doolittle Raid) Against the Japan. In which 16 bombers took off from aircraft carrier USS Hornet (CV-8) in April 18 of 1942 toward the Japanese coast.

Was provided to several allied countries, including the England, China, USSR and Brazil.

Specifications

 * 8B-25.jpg: B- 25A
 * Quantity Produced : more than 6,600 units
 * Wingspan: 20.6 m
 * Length: 16.48 m
 * Height: 4.8 m
 * Weight: 9580 kg (empty)
 * Engine: 2 Wright R- 2600-9 Double Cyclone 14 cylinder radial lines in 2 (1,700 hp)
 * Speed: 506 km / h ( maximum)
 * Initial ascent : 460 m / min.
 * Maximum ceiling: 8230 m
 * Range: 2400 km
 * Armament: 1 machine gun Browning 12.7 mm (tail) and three 7.62 mm Browning (Nose and sides of the fuselage)
 * Charge Pumps : 1361 kg ( inner compartment )
 * Crew: 4-6 men