The YF 23 Advanced Tactical Fighter

The most notable feature of the YF-23 was the trapezoidal wing configuration. The trapezoidal design allows for a thin wing with low drag at high speeds, while maintaining high strength and stiffness. The YF-23 is both faster and stealthier than any other jet fighter.

Set yourself free in the cockpit of the YF-23...push the throttle forward, pull back on the stick and ride this rocket straight to 65,000 feet!

Specifications

General characteristics

Crew: 1 (pilot)

Length: 67 ft 5 in (20.60 m)

Wingspan: 43 ft 7 in (13.30 m)

Height: 13 ft 11 in (4.30 m)

Wing area: 900 ft² (88 m²)

Empty weight: 29,000 lb (14,970 kg)

Loaded weight: 51,320 lb (23,327 kg)

MTOW: 62,000 lb (29,029 kg)

Powerplant: 2× Pratt & Whitney YF119 , 35,000 lb thrust ea.

Performance

Maximum speed: Mach 2.2+ at altitude

Cruise speed: Mach 1.6+  supercruise at altitude

Combat radius: 865-920 miles

Service ceiling: 65,000 ft (19,800 m)

Wing loading: 54 lb/ft² (265 kg/m²)