LVG D.V
LVG · Germany · first flew 1918 · fighter
The LVG D.V was a single-seat fighter biplane developed by Luft-Verkehrs-Gesellschaft in 1918, representing one of several late-war German fighter designs that failed to enter production before the armistice.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.2 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Late-war German biplane fighter from LVG
- Conventional single-seat sesquiplane
- Prototype only, not produced in quantity
A conventional two-bay biplane fighter with inline engine and open cockpit, similar in overall appearance to other German biplane fighters of the period. LVG types generally had a slightly more angular fuselage cross-section than Albatros or Fokker contemporaries.
Specifications
- The LVG D.V has a length of 7.2 m (24 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 9 m (30 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 195 km/h (121 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
LVG was primarily known for its observation and bomber designs but attempted to enter the fighter market with the D-series in 1917–1918. The D.V was evaluated alongside competitors but showed no compelling advantage over the Fokker D.VII or Pfalz D.XII. Development was abandoned with the end of hostilities.
Variants
Only prototype or very limited evaluation examples were built.
Where you'll see it
Did not enter operational service.
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