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C-54 Skymaster

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AMERICAN COMBAT

AIRCRAFT OF WORLD

WAR II

C-54 Skymaster

The C-54 was the military version of theDC-4. It entered service in 1941 and was used extensively throughout WorldWar II.

C-54

Manufacturer: Douglas

Engines: 4 1380hp Pratt & Whitney R-2000

Speed: 285MPH

Length: 93ft 9inch

Range: 3,055mi

Wingspan: 117ft 6inch

Ceiling: 23,700ft

Weight: 73,000lbs(max)

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