Northrop XP-79 Data Table


Usage

 

Experimental Prototype

Wing Construction

 

Magnesium and Aluminum

Capacity

 

Pilot

 

Motor type

 

One Aerojet "Rotojet"

 

Power

 

2000 lbs thrust

 

Length

 

11 ft 4 in (3.5 m)

 

Span

 

36 ft (11 m)

 

Wing Area

 

255 ft2 (23.7 m2)

 

Aspect Ratio

 

5.1:1

 

Pilot position

 

Prone

 

Maximum Speed

 

500+ mph