B-58 Hustler Units

The Convair B-58 was a Cold War-era bomber that broke speed records and became a symbol of Strategic Air Command's power. It was the first large long-range supersonic bomber and could evade most interceptors. This study explores its history, including its conception, testing, and use in the Vietnam War.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 31 October 2019
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

The Convair B-58, a Cold War-era strategic bomber, was a remarkable feat of engineering and a symbol of the power of Strategic Air Command. Introduced in 1960, just 12 years after the sound barrier was broken, the B-58 was the first large, long-range supersonic bomber to take to the skies. It outstripped its contemporaries in terms of speed, agility, and evasiveness, setting 19 world speed records and collecting a host of trophies. It was the first operational bomber capable of Mach 2 at 63,000 feet, making it a serious threat to targets across the Soviet Bloc. This study explores the history of the B-58 from its conception to its testing for use in the Vietnam War, supported by contemporary first-hand accounts, photography, and full-color illustrations.

Weight: 326g
Dimension: 185 x 248 x 5 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781472836403