Grumman F11F Tiger
Although developed as a result of experience with the Panther and Cougar, the F11F was yet another fighter of the 1950s that suffered from the immaturity of early jet engine technology. Initially appearing with a short nose, the Tiger gained a sleeker look with a nose that was made more pointed in order to house radar. Ultimately, the Tiger ended up a radar-less day fighter, and it was quickly superseded by more capable jets. The F11F shone, however, with the Blue Angels demonstration team, which flew it from 1957 to 1969.
F11F-1 Specs
Span: 31 ft. 7 in.
Length: 46 ft. 11 in.
Height: 13 ft. 3 in.
Empty Weight: 14,330 lbs.
Max Speed: 753 mph
Normal Range: 1,275 mi.
Ceiling: 41,900 ft.
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