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G.VIII, GL.VIII, and G.IX

Gothaer Waggonfabrik · Bomber · Germany · Pioneer Age (pre-1919)

G.VIII, GL.VIII, and G.IX — Bomber
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The Gotha G.VIII, GL.VIII, and G.IX were a family of bomber aircraft produced in Germany during the final months of World War I. Based on the Gotha G.VII, they were intended as high-speed tactical bombers featuring advanced streamlining for their day.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Bomber
Domain
Defence
Era
Pioneer Age (pre-1919)
Country
Germany
Manufacturer
Gothaer Waggonfabrik
Operator
Luftstreitkräfte; Belgian Air Force
Service Entry
1918
Produced
90
Engine
2 × Maybach Mb IVa
Thrust / Power
245 hp (180 kW) each
Length (ft)
32
Wingspan (ft)
82