Republic XF-84H "Thunderscreech"
Specs, top speed, range and facts
The Republic XF-84H "Thunderscreech" is an experimental turboprop fighter built by Republic in the USA. It first flew in 1955, but it never entered regular service. Find out if a propeller plane could fly almost as fast as a jet.
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- Top speed837 km/h (520 mph)
- Range2,000 km (1,243 miles)
- First flight1955
- Wingspan10.2 m (33 ft)
Republic XF-84H "Thunderscreech" specs
| Top speed | 837 km/h (520 mph) |
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| Range | 2,000 km (1,243 miles)Not published. This is a rough estimate. |
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| Length | 15.7 m (51 ft) |
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| Wingspan | 10.2 m (33 ft) |
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| Max takeoff weight | 8 t (17,637 lb)Not published. This is a rough estimate. |
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| Crew and capacity | 1 pilot |
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| Engines | 1 × Allison XT40 turboprop |
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| First flight | 1955 |
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| Entered service | Never entered regular service |
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| Built by | Republic (USA) |
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Republic XF-84H "Thunderscreech" facts
- It may be the loudest aircraft ever built: the tips of its propeller spun faster than the speed of sound.
- Its noise was said to make people on the ground feel sick, and it only made 12 test flights.
Quick quiz
When did the Republic XF-84H "Thunderscreech" first fly?
In 1955.
Who built the Republic XF-84H "Thunderscreech"?
Republic, in the USA.
How fast can the Republic XF-84H "Thunderscreech" fly?
Its top speed is 837 km/h (520 mph).
How far can the Republic XF-84H "Thunderscreech" fly?
About 2,000 km (1,243 miles).
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