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CL.II

Hannoversche Waggonfabrik · Germany · Pioneer Age (pre-1919)

CL.II — Fixed Wing
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The Hannover CL.II was an escort fighter, produced in Germany during World War I, designed in response to a 1917 requirement by the Idflieg for such a machine to protect reconnaissance aircraft over enemy territory.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Domain
Defence
Era
Pioneer Age (pre-1919)
Country
Germany
Manufacturer
Hannoversche Waggonfabrik
Operator
Luftstreitkräfte
Service Entry
1917
Produced
439
Engine
1× 6-cylinder water-cooled in-line piston engine
Thrust / Power
134 kW
Length (ft)
25
Wingspan (ft)
38
Empty Weight (lb)
1581
MTOW (lb)
2383
Endurance (hr)
3 hours 30 minutes
Service Ceiling (ft)
24606
Max Speed (mph)
103