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Страна: Германия

Год: 1915

O.Thetford, P.Gray German Aircraft of the First World War (Putnam)

L.V.G. 1915
   Exact designation of this L.V.G. machine is not certain. It was a derivative of the C I, completed as a single-seat torpedo machine for the Navy, and test flown in June 1915 by Flugmeister Herz. The complicated and robust undercarriage, with the "oversize" tyres, may be seen. The "object" in the carrying cradle is thought to be a mock-up rather than an actual torpedo. Engine, 200 h.p. Benz Bz IV.

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  • O.Thetford, P.Gray German Aircraft of the First World War (Putnam)
  • J.Herris LVG Aircraft of WWI. Vol.1: B-Types & C.I (A Centennial Perspective on Great War Airplanes 34)
  • M.Schmeelke "Torpedo Los!" (Aeronaut)
  • J.Herris - LVG Aircraft of WWI. Volume 1: B-Types & C.I /Centennial Perspective/ (34)

    The LVG torpedo bomber prototype built in 1915 with Flugmeister Herz in the cockpit. The object in the torpedo carrying rack is a test shape, not an actual torpedo. (Peter M. Grosz Collection/STDB)
    This LVG D4 biplane (later designated S110), powered by a 150hp Benz, had its wing area increased by the insertion of an extra bay and, having a split axle undercarriage and heavy-duty tyres, was used by Kapitan Friedlainder early in 1915 to investigate the art of dropping a missile of torpedo weight. Sheet lead nailed to the wooden dummy, seen here in its rack under the fuselage, increased its weight on successive experiments, as a result of which Friedlander was able to make the first torpedo drop over water at Travemiinde on 11 June 1915. In September two torpedoes were dropped that ran true through the water, proving that this type of torpedo release was capable of operational use.

  • J.Herris - LVG Aircraft of WWI. Volume 1: B-Types & C.I /Centennial Perspective/ (34)

    This photo of the LVG torpedo bomber prototype during evaluation shows the aircraft large wingspan. Both upper and lower ailerons have the characteristic LVG 'kink'. (Peter M. Grosz Collection/STDB)

  • J.Herris - LVG Aircraft of WWI. Volume 1: B-Types & C.I /Centennial Perspective/ (34)

    This close-up of the LVG torpedo bomber prototype shows details of the complex and robust split under-carriage needed to carry a torpedo at the center of gravity. A test shape is mounted to the torpedo rack; it is likely weighted to approximate the weight of a torpedo for ground handling and flight evaluation. (Peter M. Grosz Collection/STDB)

  • J.Herris - LVG Aircraft of WWI. Volume 1: B-Types & C.I /Centennial Perspective/ (34)

    This view of the LVG torpedo bomber prototype accentuates its distinctive appearance and highlights its size. The test shape is mounted and its serial number, C.110, is plainly visible on the rudder under the national insignia. Test pilot Flugmeister Herz is in the cockpit. (Peter M. Grosz Collection/STDB)

  • J.Herris - LVG Aircraft of WWI. Volume 1: B-Types & C.I /Centennial Perspective/ (34)

    The LVG torpedo bomber prototype in flight without the test shape. Identification pennants stream from the wings. Wingtip skids appear to have been fitted, a reasonable precaution for an aircraft of this large wingspan. (Peter M. Grosz Collection/STDB)