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Doblhoff WNF 342

Wiener-Neustädter Flugzeugwerke · Germany · WWII (1939–1945)

Doblhoff WNF 342 — Fixed Wing
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The Doblhoff WNF 342 was an early experimental tip jet helicopter designed and produced by Wiener-Neustädter Flugzeugwerke. It was the first helicopter to take off and land using tip jets to drive the rotor.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Domain
Defence
Era
WWII (1939–1945)
Country
Germany
Manufacturer
Wiener-Neustädter Flugzeugwerke
Service Entry
1943
Produced
3
Engine
BMW-Bramo Sh.14A radial piston engine
Thrust / Power
140 hp (104 kW)
Empty Weight (lb)
948
MTOW (lb)
1411
Max Speed (mph)
30