Navigation: America's Wars: Revolutionary War War of 1812  Civil War Chronology of WW II  Vietnam War  American History: Civics: A Glossary Amistad Gallery of Railroad Stations  Elections: US Elections  Aviation: WW II: American Aircraft  Navy History: US Carriers  US Navy Battleships US Patrol Boats US Cruisers Other: History of The Middle East		HistoryCentral.com >Aviation > WW II: American Aircraft > P-47 Thunderbolt AMERICAN COMBAT AIRCRAFT OF WORLD WAR II P-47 Thunderbolt The P-47 Thunderbolt entered service in 1943, first as an escort fighter in Europe and then in the Pacific. The P-47 was an extremely effective fighter. P-47 Thunderbolt Manufacturer: Republic Aviation Engines: 1 2300hp P&WR 2800 Speed: 428MPH Length: 36.1ft Range: 475mi Wingspan: 52ft Weight: 19,400lbs Ceiling: 42,000ft Armaments: 8 machine guns	Mailing List   Buy a Momentos fo the Thurderbolt Mug T-Shirt Mousepad Totebag Puzzle Picture       Related Products    Resources Links to Other Aviation Sites
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