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Type: Liason & Observation aircraft
Origin: Vultee
Crew: Two
Model(s): O-48, L-1, L-1A
Service Delivery: 1939
Final Delivery: 1941
Aircraft Produced:
   L-1: 142
   L-1A: 182
Unit Cost: $21,000

Powerplant:
   Model: Lycoming R-680
   Type: Piston engine
   Number: One       Horsepower: 295 hp

Dimensions: L-1A
   Wing span: 50 ft. 11 in.
   Length: 34 ft. 3 in.
   Height: 9 ft. 10 in.
   Wing Surface Area: N/A
  Weights: L-1A
   Empty: N/A
   Loaded: 3,385 lb.

Performance: L-1A
   Maximum Speed: 122 mph
   Cruising Speed: 109 mph
   Initial Climb: N/A
   Service Ceiling: 18,000 ft
   Range: 280 miles

Armament: None

Payload: N/A

Comments: Military version of Stinson Model 74.

   

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