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Zeppelin LZ 3
Ludwig Dürr · Germany · Pioneer Age (pre-1919)
The Zeppelin LZ 3 was a German experimental airship constructed in Friedrichshafen under the direction of Ferdinand von Zeppelin. It was first flown on 9 October 1906 and was later purchased by the German Army and operated as Z I until being retired in 1913. Before being purchased by the Army, LZ 3 made many flights and carried a number of influential passengers, including the German Crown Prince.
Specifications
- Category
- Fixed Wing
- Domain
- Defence
- Era
- Pioneer Age (pre-1919)
- Country
- Germany
- Manufacturer
- Ludwig Dürr
- Service Entry
- 1906
- Produced
- 1
- Engine
- 2 × Daimler piston engines
- Thrust / Power
- 84 hp (63 kW) each
- Length (ft)
- 414
- Max Speed (mph)
- 25