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Bell X-16

USA · Early Jet (1946–1969)

Bell X-16 — Fixed Wing
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The Bell X-16 was a high altitude aerial reconnaissance jet aircraft designed in the United States in the 1950s. The designation of X-16 was a cover to try to hide the true nature of the aircraft mission from the Soviet Union during the Cold War.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Domain
Defence
Era
Early Jet (1946–1969)
Country
USA
Engine
2× turbojets
Thrust / Power
10,000 lbf (45,20 kN) each
Length (ft)
60
Wingspan (ft)
114
Empty Weight (lb)
23280
MTOW (lb)
36124
Service Ceiling (ft)
71832
Range (mi)
3319
Max Speed (mph)
553