Wedell-Williams Model 45
Wedell-Williams · United States · first flew 1933 · light aircraft
The Wedell-Williams Model 45 was a racing aircraft built in the United States in 1933, designed by Jimmy Wedell.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.29 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Low-wing single-seat racing monoplane
- Single Pratt & Whitney R-1340 radial engine
- Compact airframe with an eight-metre span
Look for a small low-wing racer powered by a 500 hp Pratt & Whitney R-1340.
Specifications
- The Wedell-Williams Model 45 has a length of 7.29 m (24 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 8.16 m (27 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 515 km/h (320 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
It first flew on 28 June 1933 and was developed from the Model 44.
Variants
Only one was built, and the design was developed into the Wedell-Williams XP-34.
Where you'll see it
It was introduced in February 1934 and retired after the 1934 Thompson Trophy race.
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