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Macchi M.5

Aeronautica Macchi · Fighter · Italy · Pioneer Age (pre-1919)

Macchi M.5 — Fighter
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The Macchi M.5 was an Italian single-seat fighter flying boat designed and built by Nieuport-Macchi at Varese. It was extremely manoeuvrable and agile and matched the land-based aircraft it had to fight.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Maritime Patrol
Domain
Defence
Era
Pioneer Age (pre-1919)
Country
Italy
Manufacturer
Aeronautica Macchi
Operator
Italy military
Primary Role
Fighter
Status
Retired
Service Entry
1917
Produced
244
Engine
Isotta-Fraschini V.4B
Thrust / Power
160 hp
Launch
Water
Length (ft)
26.4
Wingspan (ft)
39.4
Empty Weight (lb)
1566
MTOW (lb)
2183
Endurance (hr)
3.8
Service Ceiling (ft)
16400
Range (mi)
370
Max Speed (mph)
118
Armament
2x 7.7mm Vickers