A-10 Thunderbolt II
Specs, top speed, range and facts
The A-10 Thunderbolt II is a close air support and attack built by Fairchild Republic in the USA. It first flew in 1972 and entered service in 1977. Fly low and slow over the battlefield, survive hits, and destroy armor with a giant cannon.
- Top speed706 km/h (439 mph)
- Range4,150 km (2,579 miles)
- First flight1972
- Wingspan17.5 m (58 ft)
A-10 Thunderbolt II specs
| Top speed | 706 km/h (439 mph) |
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| Range | 4,150 km (2,579 miles) |
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| Service ceiling | 13,700 m (44,948 ft) |
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| Length | 16.3 m (53 ft) |
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| Wingspan | 17.5 m (58 ft) |
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| Height | 4.5 m (15 ft) |
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| Max takeoff weight | 23 t (50,706 lb) |
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| Empty weight | 11 t (24,912 lb) |
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| Crew and capacity | 1 pilot |
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| Engines | 2 × TF34 turbofan |
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| First flight | 1972 |
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| Entered service | 1977 |
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| Built by | Fairchild Republic (USA) |
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A-10 Thunderbolt II facts
- Designed around a 30 mm rotary cannon that is longer than a car.
- Nicknamed the Warthog, it can keep flying with one engine and half a tail shot away.
Quick quiz
When did the A-10 Thunderbolt II first fly?
In 1972.
Who built the A-10 Thunderbolt II?
Fairchild Republic, in the USA.
How fast can the A-10 Thunderbolt II fly?
Its top speed is 706 km/h (439 mph).
How far can the A-10 Thunderbolt II fly?
About 4,150 km (2,579 miles).
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