About
The Consolidated B-24 Liberator, an American heavy bomber, was a pivotal design during World War II, featuring a unique Davis wing for high efficiency and long-range capabilities. Despite being challenging to fly and having lower performance than the B-17, the B-24 became the most produced bomber in history, with over 18,500 units, including those by Ford. Widely utilized across theaters and branches of the U.S. armed forces, it played a significant role in the strategic bombing campaign in Europe, Pacific operations, and anti-submarine missions. The B-24's versatility extended to its transport derivative, the C-87. However, advancements in technology, exemplified by the Boeing B-29 Superfortress, led to the B-24's phased-out from U.S. service by the end of WWII, while the PB4Y-2 Privateer variant continued serving in the Korean War with the U.S. Navy.
Specifications
Wingspan - 110 feet
Length
- 67 feet, 8 inches
Height
- 18 feet
Empty Weight
- 36,500 pounds
Max. Weight
- 65,000
Power Plants
- 4 1200 hp Pratt & Whitney R-1830-65 Engines
Armament
- 10 .50 cal Machine Guns - Up to 8,800 pounds of bombs
Crew
- 10
Max. Speed
- 290 mph
Service Ceiling
- 28,000 feet
Range
- 3,000 Miles
