Lockheed Super Constellation
Specs, top speed, range and facts
The Lockheed Super Constellation is a long-range piston airliner built by Lockheed in the USA. It first flew in 1950 and entered service in 1951. Fly across oceans in comfort, before jets arrived.
Photo: Lockheed L-1049 Super Constellation on Wikipedia (free licence)
- Top speed530 km/h (329 mph)
- Range8,700 km (5,406 miles)
- First flight1950
- Wingspan37.5 m (123 ft)
Lockheed Super Constellation specs
| Top speed | 530 km/h (329 mph) |
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| Range | 8,700 km (5,406 miles) |
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| Length | 35.4 m (116 ft) |
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| Wingspan | 37.5 m (123 ft) |
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| Height | 7.5 m (25 ft) |
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| Max takeoff weight | 62 t (136,685 lb) |
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| Crew and capacity | Up to 95 passengers |
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| Engines | 4 × Wright R-3350 radial |
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| First flight | 1950 |
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| Entered service | 1951 |
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| Built by | Lockheed (USA) |
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Lockheed Super Constellation facts
- Recognizable by its triple tail and curved, dolphin-shaped fuselage.
- Its family was shaped with input from Howard Hughes for TWA.
Quick quiz
When did the Lockheed Super Constellation first fly?
In 1950.
Who built the Lockheed Super Constellation?
Lockheed, in the USA.
How fast can the Lockheed Super Constellation fly?
Its top speed is 530 km/h (329 mph).
How far can the Lockheed Super Constellation fly?
About 8,700 km (5,406 miles).
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