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Sprayer Conversion

Variant

Post-war civilian conversion.

Unknown number of C-46A, C-46D, C-46E and C-46F converted.

Description

This conversion is an informal modification of the Commando into an agricultural crop duster - either as a sprayer or spreader. Ag conversions were usually custom-made, and generally involved the addition of hopper tanks in the cabin anf spray bars under the wings.

Commandos Affected

  • Curtiss C-46A-40-CU Commando: N355CC
  • Curtiss C-46A-45-CU Commando: N9906F
  • Curtiss C-46A-60-CK Commando: N611Z

Last edited: 18/08/2023