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Ruhrstahl SD 1400 Fritz-X

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The Fritz-X is a German guided anti-shipping bomb from WW-II in service 1943 – 1944. The bomb was dropped by aircraft and guided to the target by an operator in the release aircraft. A flare at the rear of the bomb allowed the operator to see the bomb during its drop and guide it to the target by radio signals. Intended targets were heavily armored warships.

Technical Specifications
Wingspan 5 ft
Diameter 2 ft 8 in
Length 11 ft
Weight 3000 lbs
Maximum Speed 770 mph
Range 5 km
Commonly Used On He 111, He177, Do 217

On loan from the National Air & Space Museum, Washington, DC
Location: Hangar 3