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R.VI

Siemens-Schuckert · Bomber · Germany · Early Jet (1946–1969)

R.VI — Bomber
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The Siemens-Schuckert R.VI was a bomber aircraft built in Germany during World War I. It was one of six aircraft based on the Siemens-Schuckert R.I, which were originally intended to be identical. Each developed in a different direction and were designated as different aircraft types by the German Inspectorate of Flying Troops.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Bomber
Domain
Defence
Era
Early Jet (1946–1969)
Country
Germany
Manufacturer
Siemens-Schuckert
Service Entry
1963
Produced
1
Engine
3 × Benz Bz.IV
Thrust / Power
200 hp (150 kW) each
Length (ft)
58
Wingspan (ft)
109
Empty Weight (lb)
11550
MTOW (lb)
14650
Service Ceiling (ft)
19400
Range (mi)
450
Max Speed (mph)
83
Armament
3 × 7.9-mm machine guns; 500 kg of bombs