Virtavia F-105D Thunderchief
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Virtavia F-105D Thunderchief Reference
The Republic F-105 Thunderchief, first flown in 1955 and often known as
"Thud" by its pilots, was a rugged and reliable multi-role fighter with an
emphasis on low altitude, high-speed penetration strikes with a single
nuclear bomb. At the time of its construction it was the largest fighter in
the world and set several world speed records. The F-105D was the
definitive variation, featuring an all-weather capability and modern
avionics (for the time) with 610 units of this type being built.
Specifications:
Single-seat, supersonic fighter-bomber
Empty weight:
27,501 lbs
Typical TO
weight:
48,000 lbs
Max TO weight: 52,838 lbs
Fuel capacity:
1401 US Gal (with aux tank
installed)
Drop tanks:
450/650 US Gal. each
Initial climb rate: 35,000 ft/min
Service ceiling:
50,000 ft
Aircraft Limitations:
Stall speed, clean:
160 KIAS
Max gear extension:
250 KIAS
Max gear retraction:
250 KIAS
Max indicated airspeed:
950 KIAS
Maximum speed at sea
level:
Mach 1.27
Maximum speed at 38,000
feet:
Mach 2.25
Maximum G:
+8/-3
Notes on configuration and load-out:
All applicable load stations are included in the configuration file. In the
event the user wishes to use a model with particular weapon settings,
one will need to add weight to the particular weapon station in the Flight
