P-38G

P-38G

Modification of
P-38E, F, G, H
Produced
1,082
Changes
1400 hp engines and a better radio; drop-tank capable from the factory. Used in the interception of Admiral Yamamoto.
Crew
1
Engine
Allison V-1710-51/55
Engines
2

Armament

WeaponCountRoundsPosition
Browning AN/M2 .504500Fuselage
20 mm AN/M2 (Hispano)1150Fuselage

Loadouts

NameChanges
Bombs or drop tanksRacks inboard of the engines for drop tanks or up to 2000 lb of bombs.

Service

≈ Feb 1943 – 18 Apr 1943