Bell P-39 "Cobra II" Racer
The Bell Aircraft
P-39 Airacobra was one of the principal American fighter aircraft in service
when the United States entered World War II. The P-39 was used with great
success by the Soviet Air Force, which scored the highest number of individual
kills attributed to any US fighter type.
Cobra II a major
modification to the original P-39, was owned jointly by Johnston and Bell test
pilots Chalmers "Slick" Goodin and Jack Woolams, Cobra II was favored
to win the 1946 Thompson Trophy race, doing so against race-modified P-51
Mustangs. Cobra II was lost in 1946 during a late afternoon test flight over
Lake Ontario, possibly at speeds of up to 400 mph (640km/h). Cobra II competed
again in the 1947 Thompson Trophy, finishing third. In the 1948 Thompson Trophy
race, she was unable to finish due to engine difficulties.
FMS has replicated
Cobra II in its 980mm Series for those that want a truly different high speed
aircraft to fly. If you love the warbird look and enjoy the excitement of
heart-pounding speeds, this aircraft will satisfy both of your desires! With
the stock 4 bladed prop, 3648 brushless Outrunner motor, 4 cell LiPo battery
and 70A ESC, the Cobra II can obtain speeds of up to 100mph+.
Be ready to turn
heads with the awesome 980mm Cobra II.
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