An unconventional three-engine tactical bomber prototype evaluated by the U.S. Air Force in the immediate postwar era.
Primary roleAttack
First flight1949
OriginUnited States
ManufacturerGlenn L. Martin Company
Documented variants1
Crew modeCrewed
AirframeFixed Wing
Variants
| Designation | Type | Role | Recorded operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| XB-51 | Prototype | Attack | United States Air Force |
Sources and further reading
Structured references supporting this aircraft family, variants, specifications, and narrative sections.
- American Combat Planes — Doubleday · Tier 3