The XB-42 mixmaster was americas attempt at a high endurance fast bomber with two prototypes being made
(Prototype No.1 separated cockpit setup)
(Prototype No.2 traditional cockpit setup)
Stats/Armament
Crew: 3 (pilot, copilot/gunner, bombardier)
Speed: 410mph at 23,440 ft
Climb rate: 17.33 ft/s
Turn rate: unknown most likely in the high 20 to 30 seconds range
Armament:
6x 50.cals (4 in 2 unique wing mounted electric gun turrets and an additional 2 in a fixed foward firing position)
(Wing guns)
6x 500lbs bombs
I would suggest the first prototype be used due to it being the plane that still survives to this day and is currently under restoration for temporary display at the national muesem of the USAF in ohio
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