Seversky Racer - $$4.95
Seversky RacerThe Seversky Sev-S2, a powerful, low-wing racing monoplane, was virtually identical to the Seversky P-35, which was undergoing trials in 1937. It dominated the last three Bendix Trophy air races, beginning in 1937 when Frank Fuller won at an average speed of 415.51km/h.
The Seversky SEV-S2, 1930s Racing plane
No other airplane in this series was as important a stepping stone into America's WWII fighter technology.
The Seversky SEV-2 is basicly the same as the plane as the Seversky P-35, and then later released as the P-47 Thunderbolt, by Republic.
Be sure to read the story about Alex Seversky, his dedication, his hard work, and how he makes just one little mistake that wasn't even illegal, and the us government wipes him out.
Fascinating tale..
The Seversky SEV-S2 Racer and Jacqueline Cochran
Specifications for the Seversky SEV-S2(P-35A)
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Length: 26 ft 11 in Wingspan: 36 ft Height: 9 ft 10 in Wing area: 219.5 ft² Empty weight: 4,565 lb Loaded weight: 6,105 lb Max takeoff weight: 8,688 lb Powerplant: 1× Pratt & Whitney R-1830-45 Twin Wasp radial engine, 1,050 hp Performance Maximum speed: 310 mph Cruise speed: 260 mph Range: 950 mi Service ceiling: 31,400 ft Rate of climb: 1,918 ft/min Wing loading: 27.8 lb/ft² Power/mass: 0.17 hp/lb |