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US Pre War Aircraft

Bell XFM

The History

Bell XFM

BM-2

Manufacturer: Martin

First Flight: 5/29

Type: Dive Bomber

Power Plant: Pratt& Whitney R-1690 Hornet 600HP

Wingspan: 41ft

Length: 28ft 4inch

Ceiling: 15,200

Range: 415 mi

Max Speed: 145 MPH

Weight: 6,097 (gross