Waco CG-13A

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The Waco CG-13A assault glider could carry up to 42 troops or an equivalent weight of cargo. It was developed as a glider based on the CG-4A, but with double the capacity. Orders began in 1943, with 132 being made by Ford and Northwestern and delivered through 1945.

Waco CG-13A

Type:		troop-carrying glider
Crew:		30-42 troops
Armament:	none

Specifications:
	Length:        	54' 4" (16.56 m)
	Height:        	20' 3" (6.17 m)
	Wingspan:      	85' 8" (26.11 m)
	Wing area:	873 sq. ft (81.10 sq. m)
	Empty Weight:  	8700 lb (3946 kg)
	Max Weight: 	18,900 lb (8573 kg) max at takeoff

Performance:
	Max towing speed: 190 mph ( 306 km/h)
	landing speed:    80 mph ( 129 km/h)

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