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SS.4

SAI-Ambrosini · Fighter · WWII (1939–1945)

SS.4 — Fighter
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The SAI-Ambrosini SS.4 was an Italian fighter prototype developed in the late 1930s, featuring a canard-style wing layout and a pusher propeller. Development of the SS.4 was abandoned after the prototype crashed on its second flight.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Fighter
Domain
Defence
Era
WWII (1939–1945)
Manufacturer
SAI-Ambrosini
Primary Role
Fighter
Service Entry
1939
Produced
1
Engine
1× V-12 liquid-cooled piston engine
Thrust / Power
960 hp
Length (ft)
22
Wingspan (ft)
40
MTOW (lb)
5400
Max Speed (mph)
355
Armament
Guns: 2 × 20 mm cannon, 1 × 30 mm cannon (mounted in nose)