Grigorovich E-2
Grigorovich · Soviet Union · first flew 1935 · light aircraft
The Grigorovich E-2, also known as the DG-55, was a two-seat, twin-engined, low-wing prototype sport aircraft of Soviet origin.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 2 × piston, wing-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.9 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Highly streamlined twin-engined low-wing monoplane inspired by the de Havilland DH.88 Comet
- Engines in nacelles under each wing, forward of the retractable main undercarriage
- Enclosed cockpit and landing flaps, built of wood
A small streamlined wooden twin with under-wing engine nacelles and an enclosed cockpit.
Specifications
- The Grigorovich E-2 has a length of 7.9 m (26 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 11 m (36 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 296 km/h (184 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
The Grigorovich design bureau began work on it after the DH.88 Comet won the 1934 MacRobertson Air Race. It was slightly smaller than the DH.88, with less powerful 120 hp Cirrus Hermes engines.
Variants
Only one prototype was constructed. It flew in 1935.
Where you'll see it
After flight tests it was handed to the OSOAVIAKhIM paramilitary sports organisation, which used it for light liaison duties.
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