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Designed for long duration maritime patrol, the P-20 also has some utility in a wide range of other roles, including electronic warfare and airborne early warning. Unusually for such a long ranged craft it uses ducted fans, both for quietness and superior fuel economy. A widely marketed design, the P-20 is operated by the USA, New Zealand, and several other states. Equipment fits vary considerably - the listed equipment is specific to New Zealand, but is representative of fifth wave operated aircraft. Most US aircraft are of similar or even higher standard, but a few reserve forces have lesser specs. P-20's usually operate on only one engine while cruising; this increases their operating endurance to slightly over 10 hours. |
Subassemblies: Body (+4), two wings (+2), four pods (+2), three retractable
small wheels in body and wings (+1). Power & Propulsion: Four 2,800 kW ducted fans, four 2,800 kW gas turbines. Fuel: One 2,000-gallon light self-sealing alcohol fuel tank; 2.7 hours full power output from all gas turbines. Weapons: Internal weapons bay rated for 4,000 lbs., two 2,000 lb. hardpoints on each wing, two 3,000 lb. hardpoints on body.
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