Overview
The Hughes H-1 Racer is a racing aircraft built by Hughes Aircraft in 1935. Using different wings, it set both a world airspeed record and a transcontinental speed record across the United States. The H-1 Racer was the last aircraft built by a private individual to set the world speed record; most aircraft to hold the record since have been military designs.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 8.59 m |
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| Wingspan | 9.68 m |
| Height | 2.40 m |
Performance
| Max. speed | 566 km/h |
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| Range | 4,007 km |
Crew & capacity
| Seats (max.) | 1 |
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Powerplant
| Engine model | Twin Wasp Junior SA1G |
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Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.
Photos
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