YF-17 Cobra
The US Navy also evaluated the YF-17 and was interested in developing a strengthened version capable of carrier operation. Northrop teamed with McDonnell Douglas to develop this new air combat fighter which evolved into the F-18.
TYPE: YF-17
Number built/Converted: 2
Remarks: To F-18 development pgm.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Span: 35 ft. 0 in.
Length: 56 ft. 0 in.
Height: 16 ft. 6 in.
Weight: 23,000 lbs. max. takeoff
Armament: One 20mm M-61A1 Vulcan cannon and two AIM-9 "Sidewinder" missiles
Engines: Two General Electric YF101 afterburning turbojets.
Crew: One
PERFORMANCE:
Maximum speed: Mach 2+
Range: 2,990 miles (max. ferry range)
Service Ceiling: approximately 50,000 ft.
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