LFG Roland G.1
Luft-Fahrzeug-Gesellschaft · German Empire · first flew 1915 · bomber
The LFG Roland G.1 was a German twin-engine bomber biplane developed during World War I for long-range bombing missions. It was one of several large German bombers produced to carry the war to Allied territory.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 2 × piston, wing-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | Large box-section fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Twin-engine WWI German biplane bomber
- Pusher-tractor configuration
- Large box-section fuselage
Large biplane with wide-span wings, twin engines, and a distinctive long fuselage. The size and twin-engine layout distinguish it from single-engine contemporary types.
Specifications
- The LFG Roland G.1 has a length of 15.9 m (52 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 30.1 m (99 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 160 km/h (99 mph).
- Typical crew: 4.
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History
Developed by Luft-Fahrzeug-Gesellschaft around 1915, the G.1 was part of the G-type (Grossflugzeug) category of large German military aircraft. It saw limited operational use as Germany fielded a range of large bombers in the middle years of WWI. Production numbers were modest compared to frontline fighters.
Variants
The G.1 was an early LFG Roland bomber design; the company is better known for its C.II and D-series fighter aircraft. Few if any production variants were developed.
Where you'll see it
Operated by the German Luftstreitkräfte during World War I in a strategic bombing role. Numbers in service were small and operational records are sparse.
Related aircraft
- LFG Roland D.I
- LFG Roland D.III
- LFG Roland D.VI
- LFG Roland D.VII
- AEG G.I
- Caudron G.4
- Caudron R.4
- Friedrichshafen FF.31
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