Power & Performance
Those special qualities that separate one aircraft design from another. Performance specifications presented assume optimal operating conditions for the McDonnell Model 60 Carrier-based Fleet Defense Fighter / Interceptor Proposal.
1 x Westinghouse XJ40-WE-8 turbojet engine developing 7,500lb of thrust (estimated).
Propulsion
761 mph
1,225 kph | 661 kts
Max Speed
50,000 ft
15,240 m | 9 miles
Service Ceiling
1,087 miles
1,750 km | 945 nm
Operational Range
30,450 ft/min
9,281 m/min
Rate-of-Climb