Martin MB-1 / Glenn Martin Bomber Reconnaissance / Bomber Aircraft
The Martin MB-1 (also known as the "Glenn Martin Bomber") became the first American-designed heavy bomber type to be purchased in quantity in the First World War, becoming the mainstay of the United States Army Air Service (USAAS) for a time. The system was a two-engine bomber of indigenous creation and was designed by the Glenn Martin Company. In the end, only nine full-operational systems would become available by war's end.
Dimensions:
Length: 44.09ft
Width: 71.49ft
Height: 14.70 Structure:
Accommodation: 3 - 4
Maximum Take-Off Weight:10,223lbs
Engines:2 x Liberty 12-A engines developing 400hp each.
Performance:
Maximum Speed: 104mph
Maximum Range: 390miles
Service Ceiling: 12,247ft Armament:
Standard:5 x .30 cal. Lewis machine guns
Optional:Up to 2,000lbs of ordnance
