Rumpler 6B1
Rumpler · Germany · first flew 1916 · fighter
The Rumpler 6B1 was a German single-seat single-float seaplane fighter of World War I, developed for the Imperial German Navy for coastal defence and patrol over the North Sea and Baltic.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 9.05 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- German WWI single-float seaplane fighter
- Biplane with single central pontoon
- Designed for naval coastal defence
A biplane seaplane with a single large central float, open cockpit, and a rotary or inline engine. The single-float biplane configuration distinguishes it from twin-float seaplanes of the era.
Specifications
- The Rumpler 6B1 has a length of 9.05 m (30 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 12.15 m (40 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 153 km/h (95 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
Rumpler produced several floatplane designs for the German Navy during World War I. The 6B1 used a central pontoon float configuration and was evaluated for naval fighter duties. It entered limited service but was not produced in large numbers, competing with designs from other manufacturers for the same naval requirement.
Variants
The 6B1 and 6B2 were closely related variants; both were single-float biplane seaplane fighters.
Where you'll see it
Operated in limited numbers by the Imperial German Navy on the North Sea and Baltic coasts during World War I.
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