Northrop XP-79a Data Table


Usage

 

Experimental Prototype

Wing Construction

 

Magnesium and Aluminum

Capacity

 

Pilot

 

Motor type

 

One Aerojet "Rotojet"

 

Power

 

2000 lbs thrust

 

Length

 

11 ft 8 in (3.6 m)

 

Span

 

38 ft (11.6 m)

 

Wing Area

 

278 ft2 (25.8 m2)

 

Aspect Ratio

 

5.2:1

 

Pilot position

 

Prone

 

Maximum Speed

 

500+ mph