âïž Concept: âThunder Waspâ Heavy Fighter Design Inspiration: - Fuselage: Sleek like a P-47 Thunderbolt, but stretched to accommodate the massive R-4360 - Engine: Prominent nose housing the 28-cylinder beast, with oversized cooling intakes and exhaust ports - Wings: Broad and slightly swept, with reinforced spars to handle the torque - Armament: 6 x .50 cal machine guns or 4 x 20mm cannons, plus underwing hardpoints for rockets or bombs - Cockpit: Bubble canopy for visibility, with analog gauges and early radar suite - Tail: Twin vertical stabilizers to counteract torque and improve control Performance (Hypothetical): - Max Speed: ~470 mph - Range: 1,500 miles with drop tanks - Ceiling: 38,000 ft - Role: Long-range escort, interceptor, or ground attack See more