X-5

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The X-5 was the world’s first airplane to vary the sweepback of its wings in flight.

X-5 Specifications
Primary Function:Experimental Aircraft
Contractor:Bell Aircraft Company
Crew:One
Unit Cost:N/A
Powerplant
Allison J-35 jet engine of 4,900 lbs. thrust
Dimensions
Length:33 ft, 4 in
Wingspan:32 ft, 9 in (wings extended)
22 ft, 8 in (wings swept 60 degrees)
Height:12 ft
Weights
Empty:N/A
Maximum Takeoff:9,800 lb — loaded
Performance
Speed:690 mph
Ceiling:50,700 ft
Range:500 miles
Armament
N/A

X-5 Achievements
The X-5 was the world’s first airplane to vary the sweepback of its wings in flight.