Lublin R-XIII

LWS · Poland · first flew 1931 · transport aircraft

The Lublin R-XIII was a Polish high-wing monoplane designed by the Lubelska Wytwórnia Samolotów for reconnaissance, liaison, and observation duties, serving as one of the standard types in the Polish Air Force during the 1930s. It was also built in floatplane variants for naval cooperation.

Recognition (WEFT)

W — Wings	High-mounted, straight
E — Engines	1 × piston, nose-mounted
F — Fuselage	8.2 m fuselage
T — Tail	Conventional

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Polish high-wing reconnaissance and liaison monoplane
Parasol-wing layout with fixed undercarriage or floats
Widely used by the Polish Air Force in the 1930s

Identified by its high parasol-wing monoplane layout, single radial engine, two-seat open or enclosed cockpit arrangement, and interchangeable float or wheel undercarriage.

Specifications

The Lublin R-XIII has a length of 8.2 m (27 ft).
It has a wingspan of 13.25 m (43 ft).
Its maximum speed is 177 km/h (110 mph).
Typical crew: 2.

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History

First flown in 1931 and entering service in the early-to-mid 1930s, the R-XIII was produced in several variants and saw wide use in the Polish military aviation. A number were still in service at the outbreak of World War II in September 1939.

Variants

Variants included wheeled and float-equipped versions for land and naval operations; the R-XIIIb and R-XIIId were among the main production sub-types.

Where you'll see it

Served extensively with the Polish Air Force and naval aviation; several were lost in action during the German invasion of Poland in September 1939.

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