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Sikorsky S-XVI
The 1st world escort fighter, the tractor biplane, the series started in 1915 at Russo-Balt factory. It used by "Squadron of Air Ships" and 7th fighter squadron in WW1; then S-XVI took a part in Civilian War (at both Red and White sides). This tractor biplane was armed with a sincronised MG; maximal sped = 144 kmph (powered by 80 hp motor) or 153 kmph (powered by 110 hp motor). I could climb to 1 km alt in 8 minutes. Empty weight = 407 kg, ready weight = 676 kg.

Rosyjski samolot wojskowy S-XVI Sikorsky na nartach
aviones militares rusos S-16 los esquis

S-16

Russische Militarflugzeuge Sikorski S16

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