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LVG C.VIII
LVG (aircraft manufacturer) · Reconnaissance · Germany · Pioneer Age (pre-1919)
© Photo: Lt. William A. Barnhill, 91st Aero Squadron, Air Service, U.S. Army · Public domain
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The LVG C.VIII was a prototype reconnaissance aircraft built in Germany during World War I.
Specifications
Category Fixed Wing
Sub-Category Reconnaissance
Domain Defence
Era Pioneer Age (pre-1919)
Country Germany
Manufacturer LVG (aircraft manufacturer)
Service Entry 1918
Produced 1
Engine 1× 6-cylinder water-cooled in-line high compression piston engine
Thrust / Power 200 hp
Length (ft) 23
Wingspan (ft) 43
Empty Weight (lb) 2150
MTOW (lb) 3042
Endurance (hr) 4 hours
Service Ceiling (ft) 13123
Max Speed (mph) 103