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Kawanishi K-6

Kawanishi · Japan · Interwar (1919–1938)

Kawanishi K-6 — Fixed Wing
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The Kawanishi K-6 was a passenger-carrying biplane floatplane, built in Japan in the 1920s. The sole example took part in an around Japan flight then flew as a transport with Japan Aviation.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Domain
Civil
Era
Interwar (1919–1938)
Country
Japan
Manufacturer
Kawanishi
Operator
Japan Aviation
Service Entry
1923
Produced
1
Engine
1× six cylinder, water-cooled inline
Thrust / Power
260-305 hp
Length (ft)
32
Wingspan (ft)
45
Empty Weight (lb)
2535
MTOW (lb)
4167
Endurance (hr)
4 hr
Service Ceiling (ft)
22966
Max Speed (mph)
104