Morane-Saulnier MS.660 Aquilon Chasseur-Bombardier
Specifications
General characteristics
Crew: Two (pilot, navigator/electronics operator)
Length: 13.25 m (43.5 ft)
Wingspan: 12.6 m (41.3 ft)
Height: 3.9 m (12.8 ft)
Wing area: 45.9 m²
Empty weight: 5,380 kg
Loaded weight: 7,325 kg
Max takeoff weight: 8,000 kg
Powerplant: 2 × SNECMA M-44 turbojets, 8.8 kN (1980 lbf)
Performance
Never exceed speed: Mach 0.80
Maximum speed: 772 km/h (416 knots, 479 mph) (Mach 0.63) at sea level
Cruise speed: 657 km/h (354 knots, 408 mph)
Range: 1,950 km (1,212 mi) with best load
Ferry range: 2,750 km (1,709 mi)
Service ceiling: 12,250 m (40,190 ft)
Rate of climb: 20 m/s (ft/min)
Armament
- 1 × 30 mm DEFA revolver cannon with 125 rounds
- Up to 2,250 kg (4,960 lb) of payload on four external underwing hardpoints (2x250kg + 2x500kg) plus one centerline hardpoint (max 750kg)
Notes
- 48 aircraft ordered by the VNVV with deliveries starting Q3/1949.