Daimler D.I
Daimler Motors Corporation · Germany · first flew 1917 · fighter
The Daimler D.I was a German single-seat biplane fighter prototype of World War I, built by the Daimler motor company which also produced aero engines for other German fighters. It did not advance to production.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.3 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- WWI German single-seat biplane fighter prototype
- Inline engine from the Daimler aero engine division
- Did not enter production — evaluated in 1917
A conventional WWI biplane fighter with an inline engine, similar in general layout to other German single-seat fighters of 1917 such as the Albatros D series — distinguished primarily by its Daimler origin and limited documentation.
Specifications
- The Daimler D.I has a length of 7.3 m (24 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 9.9 m (32 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 183 km/h (114 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
Designed in 1917 as Daimler's entry into the fighter market, the D.I was evaluated alongside other German types but was not selected. The Daimler company's strengths lay in engine production rather than airframe design.
Variants
A single prototype only.
Where you'll see it
Never entered operational service.
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