B-2 Technical Details

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B-2 Technical Details

Type: Strategic, long-range heavy bomber with low-observable technology and all-altitude capability to penetrate the most sophisticated air defenses in nuclear and conventional missions
Power Plant: Four General Electric F118-GE-100 turbofans, each 17,300 lbs. thrust.
Crew: Two (pilot and mission commander)
Wingspan: 172 feet
Length: 69 feet
Height: 17 feet
Top Speed: High subsonic
Combat Ceiling: 50,000 feet
Range: 6,000 nautical miles (unrefueled) 10,000 nautical miles with one refueling
Payload: > 40,000 lbs.
Maximum Gross Takeoff Weight: 336,500 lbs.

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