Heinkel HD 34
Heinkel · Germany · first flew 1928 · bomber
The Heinkel HD 34 was a reconnaissance bomber built in Germany in the late 1920s. It was a twin-engine biplane designed for long-range reconnaissance.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 2 × piston, wing-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 11.73 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Twin-engine biplane
- Front cockpit with side-by-side seating in the centre section
- Third crew member in the rear cockpit
The centre section had a front cockpit with side-by-side seating, and the third crew member sat in the rear cockpit.
Specifications
- The Heinkel HD 34 has a length of 11.73 m (38 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 18 m (59 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 266 km/h (165 mph).
- Typical crew: 2-3.
Figures are for the representative variant described above; marks differ. See how AircraftIQ sources figures.
History
It was powered by two BMW VI V-12 water-cooled piston engines. On 26 June 1928 the HD 34 suffered damage on a test flight after losing control.
Variants
Only one HD 34 was built.
Where you'll see it
After the damage on the test flight it was decided not to repair the aircraft because of the high cost.
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