P-47G Blesk | |
|---|---|
| Země | SPOJENÉ STÁTY |
| Typ | Hunter |
| První let | 6. května 1941 |
fotogalerie na P-47G Thunderbolt, Lovec Republika P-47 Thunderbolt byl jedním z nejvíce vážených amerických letadel během druhé světové války. Nejen proto, že to byl jeden z dosud nejstavěnějších stíhačů (14 500 jednotek), ale také proto, že byl velmi efektivní v misích palebné podpory, až do té míry, že se nakonec stal jeho hlavní rolí, protože jeho slabý výkon pro stíhače mu neumožňuje konkurovat svému protějšku P-51 Mustang. Jeho surový povrch a velikost mu vynesly přezdívku Pohroma (Jug je zkratka Juggernaut).
| P-47G Thunderbolt | |
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| Fotograf | Neznámé |
| Lokalizace | Neznámé |
| Fotografie | 56 |
| P-47G Thunderbolt Walk Around | |
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| Fotograf | Cees Hendriks |
| Lokalizace | Neznámé |
| Fotografie | 49 |
| Republic P-47 Thunderbolt Walk Around | |
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| Fotograf | Bill Maloney |
| Lokalizace | Neznámé |
| Fotografie | 18 |
Viz také:
The Rare Version of a Legend
Tá Republic P-47G Thunderbolt is a unique footnote in aviation history. While the “Jug” is famous for being the heaviest, most rugged single-engine fighter of WWII, the G-variant specifically refers to Thunderbolts built by the Curtiss-Wright Corporation in Buffalo, New York, rather than Republic Aviation. Because Curtiss struggled to keep up with the rapid engineering changes happening at Republic’s main plants, the P-47G models were often “frozen” in time—equivalent to early razorback P-47D models. Consequently, they were rarely sent overseas for combat and instead became the primary high-performance trainers for thousands of American pilots before they headed to Europe.
| Attribute | Technical Specification (P-47G-CU) |
|---|---|
| Roli | Fighter / Fighter-Bomber / Advanced Trainer |
| Posádky | 1 (Standard) / 2 (TP-47G “Doublebolt” trainers) |
| motor | 1 × Pratt & Whitney R-2800-21 Double Wasp (2,000 hp) |
| Maximum Speed | 697 km/h (433 mph) at 9,144 m |
| Empty Weight | 4,513 kg (9,950 lb) |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 6,033 kg (13,300 lb) |
| Zbrojení | 8 × .50 cal Browning M2 machine guns (425 rpg) |
| Production Total | 354 units (all built by Curtiss) |
Design Engineering: Built Like a Flying Tank
- The “Razorback” Canopy: All P-47Gs featured the original “razorback” fuselage profile. Unlike later “bubble canopy” D-models, the G-variant had a high spine behind the pilot, offering excellent structural strength but limited rearward visibility.
- The Turbo-Supercharger: The P-47 was designed around its massive turbocharger, which sat in the rear fuselage. Air was piped from the front, compressed by the exhaust-driven turbine in the back, and fed back to the engine.
- Propeller Evolution: Early P-47Gs were equipped with the Curtiss Electric 12-foot propeller. Many were later upgraded with “paddle-bladed” props to harness more of the engine’s power during climbs.
- Telescoping Landing Gear: Because of its massive 13-foot propeller (on later variants) and wide stance, the P-47’s landing gear struts actually shrunk 9 inches when retracted to fit inside the wings.
Operational History: The Stateside Teacher
- The Training Workhorse: Because Curtiss production lagged behind Republic’s improvements, the USAAF decided the P-47G was better suited for Operational Training Units (OTUs). This ensured frontline pilots had a consistent, reliable airframe to master before flying combat-ready D-models.
- The “Doublebolt”: A small number of G-models were converted into TP-47Gs—the only factory-built two-seat Thunderbolts. By adding a second seat in tandem, instructors could finally sit with students to tame the massive torque of the R-2800 engine.
- Ruggedness Personified: Like all Thunderbolts, the G-model was famous for its ability to absorb incredible damage. The air-cooled radial engine could take several hits and keep spinning, unlike liquid-cooled engines where a single leak would lead to a seizure.
- The “Jug” Nickname: While often thought to be short for “Juggernaut,” many pilots claimed it was because the fuselage resembled a milk jug when stood on its nose—or because it was simply as big as a jug of gin.
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