The Curtiss BF2C Goshawk was an American naval biplane fighter developed in 1933 as an improved version of the F11C Goshawk. Originated from the US Navy and Curtiss' shared idea of an aircraft with retractable landing gear, the BF2C ended up becoming its own distinct aircraft due to several improvements, most notably the increased top speed over the F11C, as well as its change in designation category to "BF" (bomber-fighter). Although the Goshawk only had a short service life of a few months in the US Navy due to problem with its landing gear, lesson learned from its development proved valuable with the subsequent projects. In spite of this, the Goshawk would find more success aboard as an export fighter under the name Hawk III, with Argentina, China, and Thailand being the primary user. (Source: War Thunder Wiki)
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