The Royal Aircraft Factory R.E.8 was a British two-seat biplane reconnaissanceand bomber aircraft of the First World War designed by John Kenworthy at theRoyal Aircraft Factory. Intended as a replacement for the vulnerable B.E.2, the R.E.8 was widely regarded as more difficult to fly, and gained a reputation in theRoyal Flying Corps for being "unsafe" that was never entirely dispelled. Although eventually it gave re... easonably satisfactory service, it was never an outstanding combat aircraft. read more
Specifications
General Characteristics
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- Wingspan 30.1ft (9.2m)
- Length 31.1ft (9.5m)
- Height 11.6ft (3.5m)
- Empty Weight 2,361lbs (1,071kg)
- Loaded Weight 5,812lbs (2,636kg)
Performance
- Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.103
- Wing Loading 14.6lbs/ft2 (71.2kg/m2)
- Wing Area 398.4ft2 (37.0m2)
- Drag Points 1266
Parts
- Number of Parts 55
- Control Surfaces 8
- Performance Cost 249
