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Gothaer Waggonfabrik Gotha G.IV

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

Gothaer Waggonfabrik Gotha G.IV — Fighter
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The Gotha G.IV was a heavy bomber used by the Luftstreitkräfte during World War I. It was the first mass-produced relatively large airplane.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Bomber
Domain
Defence
Era
Pioneer Age (pre-1919)
Country
Germany
Manufacturer
Gothaer Waggonfabrik
Operator
Germany military
Primary Role
Fighter
Status
Retired
Service Entry
1917
Produced
230
Engine
2x Mercedes D.IVa
Thrust / Power
520 hp total
Launch
Ground
Length (ft)
38.7
Wingspan (ft)
77.7
Empty Weight (lb)
5980
MTOW (lb)
8763
Endurance (hr)
6
Service Ceiling (ft)
21300
Range (mi)
500
Max Speed (mph)
87
Armament
2-3x Parabellum; 1,100 lb bombs