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Yes, its interesting to compare )Just wondering how does the B - 19 compare to a B - 36 in size?
Why would it have needed 6 engines?Yes, its interesting to compare )
I consider it definitely had to be 6-engined )
Why would it have needed 6 engines?
With the 4 engines it was outfitted with, it had a range of over 5,000 miles and could carry a max. load of over 37,000 pounds of bombs - there was no other bomber in WWII that had this ability of either range and/or maximum loadout.
The B-19 was literally a missed opportunity and can be considered the grandfather of all strategic heavy bombers.
Considering that the project started in 1935 in answer to the USAAC's "Project D" request - you have to understand what was technologically reasonable at the time.With a maximum speed of 224mph and a cruise speed of 135mph?
The XB-19A had a top speed of 265mph and a cruise speed of 185mph, which is more respectable. But only 4,200 miles range.
First flight of the XB-19 was in June 1941. After some testing and improvements, it was accepted by the USAAF in June 1942.
Not sure when it first flew with V-3420s.
The B-19 was literally a missed opportunity and can be considered the grandfather of all strategic heavy bombers.
It's true that the O/100 was impressive for it's time, indeed, but compare the B-19's size, lift capabilities and range to that of postwar strategic bombers."Ahem... The Handley Page O/100 would like a word..."