Mitsubishi
A7M Reppu
Technical Information
Background
"Reppu" translates to "Strong Gale". Also known as A6M5c Model 52 Hei. Empty weight of about 7200
lbs, and was powered by a 2200hp. eighteen cyl radial with
similar performance to the R-2800 P&W. The Reppu (-2 version) had a top speed at altitude of 390mph.
Production
Only 9 examples of the
A7M design were built.
Technical Details
Crew one (pilot)
Engine 1× Mitsubishi Ha-43, 2,200 hp
Span 14.00 m (45 ft 11 in)
Length 10.99 m (36 ft 1 in)
Height 4.28 m (14 ft 0½ in.)
Maximum Speed 630 km/h (339 knots, 390 mph) at 6,600 m (21,660 ft)
Range ?
Armament 2 x 20mm cannon and 2 x 13.2mm machine guns
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