XP-55
History's Unique AircraftThe Short, Unconventional Life of the Curtiss XP-55 Ascender
Unlike more traditional aircraft of the time, the XP-55 design mounted a 1,275 hp Allison V-12 powerplant behind the pilot.
Jason McDowell
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