SFS Chapter 995 Accident
Chapter 995 Accident
If Zhang Yunhe were to purchase bombers from the Joker, he would prefer to buy the B-17. Although the B-24 had the largest production volume, a longer range, and a slightly faster speed, the B-17 was more agile, had better maneuverability, and was easier to return to base after being damaged.
Furthermore, the B-17 has a payload of 8 tons, while the B-24 only has 6 tons. The B-17's service ceiling exceeds 1000 meters, while the B-24's service ceiling is only over 8000 meters.
In terms of self-defense weaponry, the B-17 is equipped with 13 machine guns, providing greater firepower coverage, while the B-24 is equipped with only 10 machine guns.
In fact, Zhang Yunhe preferred to buy the B-29. The Joker's Flying Fortress has only just completed testing and it will take some time before it is officially equipped by the troops. Of course, it is impossible for the Joker to buy it.
Although he had obtained the design blueprints and research data for the B-29, building it was beyond the capabilities of the factories he currently managed.
If Jiangzhou could acquire B-29s and resell them, it would undoubtedly enhance Jiangzhou's air deterrence and long-range strike capabilities. Regardless of who ultimately acquires the B-29s, as long as they remain in China, they can provide research entities for future generations, thereby improving the level of scientific and technological research.
General Zhou got off the car midway and left in his own vehicle.
Shortly after Zhang Yunhe returned to his airport office, a call came in via Tiexue computer.
He opened the phone and saw it was James calling from Los Angeles. After closing the door, he answered, "Hello?"
"Zhang, do you want B29?" James immediately launched into a bombshell.
"What?" Zhang Yunhe was stunned.
James spoke like a machine gun: "Didn't you call me over there and tell me to ask Boeing if we could buy B-29s?"
“Yeah, so what? Do you think they can bypass the law and deliver B29?” Zhang Yunhe said, lighting a cigarette.
James said on the phone, "It's not that the law has been circumvented for export; it's that the B29 is no longer on the list of weapons to prevent technology leaks, so it's allowed to be exported!"
Zhang Yunhe quickly realized what was going on. It must be that after the B29's design blueprints and development data went missing, the Clowns realized they couldn't get them back, so in order to make up for the losses, they simply decided to mass-produce and sell them to other companies!
He feigned extreme surprise: "What did you say? B29 is allowed to be sold abroad? What's going on?"
James whispered on the phone, "I heard that the technical data for the B-29 has been leaked. In this situation, it's better to mass-produce and sell it abroad, at least to recoup the R&D costs. Otherwise, it will be too late once other countries have built it."
Zhang Yunhe asked, "What's the price?"
James replied, "The military previously ordered 250 B-29s from Boeing at an average price of $60 each. If we were to sell them to other companies, I think it would cost at least $65 each!"
Upon hearing this, Zhang Yunhe resolutely said, "$65 is too expensive. Are you kidding me? The technical data of the B-29 has been leaked. Who knows if the Japanese or other countries will develop a bomber that completely outperforms the B-29 tomorrow? Wouldn't the B-29 I bought then become a pile of scrap metal?"
"Tell Boeing that I'm willing to pay $50 per aircraft and order 100 from them, but they must deliver within two months. If they are even one day late, they will have to pay a huge penalty!"
“$50 a plane? Are you crazy or am I? Boeing would never agree to that!” James exclaimed dramatically on the other end of the phone.
Zhang Yunhe said while smoking, "Go talk to Boeing, I think they will agree to my offer and terms!"
"Are you serious?"
"Of course, I'm not joking!"
“I’m worried I’ll get kicked out if I go there, really!” James sighed.
Zhang Yunhe then asked, "Is it possible to buy P51 and F6F now?"
James said, "Regarding fighter jets, currently, aside from those used by the military itself, the rest are prioritized for supply to Europe..."
Zhang Yunhe immediately retorted, "Damn it, what's the point of talking to me like this? Where are your connections? Where are your relationships? Where is your face? Are people in Europe considered human, but people on my side aren't? Are people on my side supposed to die? Are Europeans inherently superior?"
"I'll just ask you one question: can you buy it? If you can't, I'll organize my technicians to make it myself. I refuse to believe that I can still eat hairy pork without Butcher Wang!"
"Oh no no no, Zhang, I don't know what others think, but I'm definitely on your side. I didn't say there's no way. I can handle this. Let alone P-51s and F-6Fs, I'm confident I can get a few P-47s. The number can't be too many, three or five is still possible. If the number is too many, it will be difficult to handle. This is no joke, the higher-ups are very strict!"
Zhang Yunhe asked, "What method?"
“I estimate we’ll have to pay more. My idea is to raise the purchase price slightly, give the person in charge a little extra, and also smooth things over in other areas!” James said.
Zhang Yunhe considered it for a moment and decided that it was a workable matter, since he wasn't the one paying for it. "Alright, you go talk to the manufacturer. Give them gifts and bribes as needed! But the price can't be too outrageous, otherwise I'd rather not take it!"
"I don't necessarily have to get my supplies from the Joker. I can also get them from Britain and Liberty Franchise. Some people there will do anything for money. The Joker sends over the weapons and planes that have just been produced, and people in Britain and Liberty Franchise immediately seize a batch under the pretext of damage during transportation and then find channels to sell them."
"Even if someone investigates, they'll just brush it off by saying it's been disposed of as scrap, and they won't be able to find anything!"
James was stunned when he heard this: "My God, how could anyone dare to do such a thing? That's terrifying!"
"It's about making money, there's nothing shameful about it!"
"Oh, right, I also need a batch of transport planes. I need 10 of each of the C46, C47, and C54 transport planes. Find a way to get them for me as soon as possible!" Zhang Yunhe said.
James gasped, "Dude, these are all military treasures!"
"Stop talking nonsense. If you can't help me, I'll find someone else. Someone will always be able to help me!"
James quickly said, "I'll think of something, but I really can't guarantee anything!"
In fact, the clown is not without money; there are always a few bad apples everywhere.
Over the next few days, James visited Boeing and several other aircraft manufacturers, and after speaking with a few key figures, he actually managed to get things done through a money offensive.
Just four days later, Zhang Yunhe received a call from James.
“张，谈成了，P40战机300架、P51和F6F分别100架，B17轰炸机100，还有B29轰炸机100架、C46、C47、C54运输机各10架，算上打点费用，一共是7500万美金，先付三分之一的采购款！”