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Waco CG-4A Glider
U.S. Designation: CG-4A
British Designation: Hadrian
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Waco CG-4A at U.S. Air Force Museum. (U.S. Air Force Photo)
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Waco CG-4A Glider landing. (U.S. Air Force Photo)
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Waco CG-4A Glider Interior. (U.S. Signal Corps Photo)
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Cockpit of the Waco CG-4A. (U.S. Air Force Photo)
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CG-4A Glider Specifications
| | Crew | | 2 (pilot and co-pilot) |
| Cargo Capacity | | 13 men, or Jeep and 4 soldiers, or 6 litters |
| Length | | 48 ft 8 in |
| Wingspan | | 83 ft 8 in |
| Height | | 15 ft 4 in |
| Wing area | | 900 sq ft |
| Empty weight | | 3,900 lb |
| Loaded weight | | 7,500 lb |
| Max Takeoff Weight | | 7,500 lb |
| Maximum speed | | 150 mph at 7,500 lb |
| Cruise speed | | 72.6 mph |
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