Messerschmitt Me163
Type: Single-Seat Interceptor
Origin: Messerschmitt AG
Models: B-1
First Flight: Spring 1941 (Me 163V1 unpowered); August 1941 powered
Service Delivery: May 1944 with I/JG400
Final Delivery: N/A
Engine: Walter HWK 509A-2 Bi-Propellant Rocket
Thrust: 3,750lb (1700kg)
Fuel:
Capacity: N/A
Type:
T-Stoff (Hydrogen Peroxide)
C-Stoff (Hydrazine/Methanol)
Dimensions:
Wing span: 9.3m (30 ft. 7 in.)
Length: 5.69m (18 ft. 8 in.)
Height: 2.74m (9 ft)
Wing Surface Area: N/A
Weights:
Empty: 1,905 kg. (4,191 lb.)
Loaded: 4,110 kg. (9,042 lb.)
Performance:
Maximum Speed: 596mph (960km/h) at 32,800 ft. (10,000m)
Initial climb: 16,400 ft/min. (5000 m/min.)
Service Ceiling: 54,000 ft. (16,500m)
Range (Depending on take-off): under 62 mi. (100 km)
Armament:
Two 20mm Mk 108 in wing roots, each with 60 rounds
