Japan's Mitsubishi K3M trainer, Navy Type 90
Allied code name: Pine
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Mitsubishi K3M trainer: |
Design
In 1929 the Imperial Japanese Navy asked Mitsubishi to develop a crew trainer.1 By 1933 the Army also became interested.1
The Mitsubishi K3M was a popular crew trainer.1
Prototype
The prototype for the Army was destroyed and the project never proceeded.1
Production
- Total: 6241
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Jukogyo K.K.1
Variants
- Mitsubishi K3M:
- Mitsubishi K3M2:
- Mitsubishi K3M3: More powerful engine and aerodynamic improvements.1 Appeared in 1939.1
Usage
One K3M was made into a civilian transport in 1934.1
Specifications
| Mitsubishi K3M31 | |
|---|---|
| Type | Trainer1 |
| Crew | 51 |
| Engine (Type) | Nakajima Kotobuki 2KA121 |
| Cylinders | Radial 91 |
| Cooling | Air1 |
| Net HP | 5801 |
| Propeller blades | |
| Fuel capacity | |
| Dimensions | |
| Span | 51' 9"1 |
| Length | 31' 3"1 |
| Height | 12' 6"1 |
| Wing area | |
| Weight | |
| Empty | |
| Loaded | 4,850 lb1 |
| Performance | |
| Speed @ 3,280' | 146 mph1 |
| Climb | |
| Service ceiling | 20,965'1 |
| Range | 497 miles1 |
| Armament | 1: MG1 |
Sources:
- World War II Airplanes Volume 2, Enzo Angelucci, Paolo Matricardi, 1976
