Heinkel He-51
fighter
1932

     
   
     

The first prototype He-49 flew in November 1932. Entered production in 1933 as He-51. Entered service in 1934 becoming the first fighter of Luftwaffe.

     
   
     

Crew: 1
Engine: 1 x BMW VI 7.3Z, 559kW
Wingspan: 11.0m
Length: 8.40m
Height: 3.20m
Wing area: 27.20m2		 Start mass: 1895kg
Empty mass: 1460kg
Max speed: 330kph
Ceiling: 7700m
Range: 570km
Armament: 2 x 7.92mm MG 17

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