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Siemens-Schuckert R.IV

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

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The Siemens-Schuckert R.IV was a bomber aircraft built in Germany during World War I. It was one of six aircraft based on the Siemens-Schuckert R.I that were originally intended to be identical, but which each developed in a different direction and were designated as different aircraft types by the German Inspectorate of Flying Troops. The Maybach HS engines specified by the Idflieg proved unreliable, but with these engines were replaced by Benz Bz.IV engines, the R.IV saw service on the Eastern Front before being relegated to training duties.

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
220 hp (160 kW) each
Length (ft)
59
Wingspan (ft)
123
Empty Weight (lb)
11990
MTOW (lb)
15180
Endurance (hr)
4 hours|armament = *
Max Speed (mph)
81