The Nord Aviation CT20 was a French turbojet-powered radio-controlled target drone introduced in 1957. Developed from the Arsenal / S.F.E.C.M.A.S. T.5.510, the CT.20 was built by Nord Aviation and powered by a Turbomeca Marboré II engine, providing a top speed of 900km/h (560mph; 490kn) and a flying time of 55 to 60 minutes. It has been noted for its similarity to the Ryan Firebee. The unmanned drone was used in the development of air-to-air missiles following the Second World War.[1]
CT20
A CT20 restored by the Musée des ailes anciennes in Toulouse, France
After the startup of the turbojet, the target drone is placed on a ramp and launched using two rockets. During its flight, the drone is controlled via radio signals from the ground. As it is made of light material, it is buoyant in water and can be recovered if it is forced to land on water.[2]
Variants
Swedish coastal missile Robot 08 (Kustrobot 08) at the museum at Gotland Coastal Artillery Regiment (KA 3) in Fårösund, Sweden.
Arsenal T.5.510 / S.F.E.C.M.A.S. T.5.510
Original design work and development of the CT.20 carried out before SFECMAS was absorbed by SNCAN.[3]
CT20
Radio controlled target
R20
Battlefield reconnaissance drone. 62 built for French Army.[4]
Saab Rb 08
Anti-ship missile (AShM) version of CT20 for Royal Swedish Navy. 68 built.[4]
Specifications (CT.20)
Data from Jane's All The World's Aircraft 1976–77,[4] Aviation Week & Space Technology: CT-20 Target Drone Main Characteristics[5]
General characteristics
Crew: 0
Length: 5.45m (17ft 11in)
Wingspan: 3.16m (10ft 4in)
Wing area: 3.20m2 (34.4sqft)
Empty weight: 490kg (1,080lb)
Max takeoff weight: 660kg (1,455lb)
Powerplant: 1 × Turbomeca Marboré II turbojet, 3.92kN (880lbf) thrust
Performance
Maximum speed: 900km/h (560mph, 490kn) at 10,000m (32,808ft)
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