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Waco CG-4A Glider

U.S. Designation: CG-4A
British Designation: Hadrian

Waco CG-4A Glider
Waco CG-4A at U.S. Air Force Museum. (U.S. Air Force Photo)
     
Waco CG-4A Glider Landing
Waco CG-4A Glider landing. (U.S. Air Force Photo)
 
Waco CG-4A Glider Interior
Waco CG-4A Glider Interior. (U.S. Signal Corps Photo)
Cockpit of the Waco CG-4A.
Cockpit of the Waco CG-4A. (U.S. Air Force Photo)

CG-4A Glider Specifications
        Crew     2 (pilot and co-pilot)
Cargo Capacity13 men, or Jeep and 4 soldiers, or 6 litters
Length48 ft 8 in
Wingspan83 ft 8 in
Height15 ft 4 in
Wing area900 sq ft
Empty weight3,900 lb
Loaded weight7,500 lb
Max Takeoff Weight7,500 lb
Maximum speed150 mph at 7,500 lb
Cruise speed72.6 mph

 
 
 
 


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