Rumpler C.VIII
Rumpler · German Empire · first flew 1917 · transport aircraft
The Rumpler C.VIII was a German two-seat reconnaissance biplane of the First World War, part of Rumpler's successful series of high-altitude observation aircraft.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 8.02 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- World War I German two-seat reconnaissance biplane
- High-altitude Rumpler observer aircraft
- Single in-line engine with swept upper wing
Two-bay biplane with a characteristic swept upper wing, straight lower wing, and in-line engine; the Rumpler series is distinguished by its balanced proportions and high-altitude optimised design.
Specifications
- The Rumpler C.VIII has a length of 8.02 m (26 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 12.22 m (40 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 175 km/h (109 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
Rumpler developed a line of C-type two-seaters renowned for their high-altitude capability, making them difficult targets for Allied fighters. The C.VIII was among the later variants in this line, featuring refinements over earlier marks for improved performance at altitude.
Variants
Part of the Rumpler C series including the C.I, C.III, C.IV, and C.VII; the C.VIII represented a late-war development of the reconnaissance lineage.
Where you'll see it
Served with the Imperial German Air Service (Luftstreitkräfte) on the Western Front for photographic reconnaissance missions.
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