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French WW1 bomber aircraft
P.S.10 B.2
Role BomberType of aircraft
National origin France
Manufacturer Paul Schmitt
First flight 1917
Number built 1
Developed from Paul Schmitt P.S.7

The Paul Schmitt PS.10 was a prototype World War I French two-seat biplane bomber.

Development

The P.S.10 was a refinement of the previous P.S.7, fitted with a heavier armament and a more powerful 300 hp (220 kW) Renault 12Fe engine however the success of the Breguet 14 meant there was no official interest and none entered service.

Specifications (Paul Schmitt P.S.10)

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General characteristics

  • Crew: 2
  • Length: 9.10 m (29 ft 10 in)
  • Wingspan: 14.65 m (48 ft 1 in)
  • Height: 3.59 m (11 ft 9 in)
  • Wing area: 50.00 m (538.2 sq ft)
  • Empty weight: 1,140 kg (2,513 lb)
  • Max takeoff weight: 1,870 kg (4,123 lb)
  • Powerplant: 1 × Renault 12Fe V-12 water-cooled piston engine, 220 kW (300 hp)
  • Propellers: 2-bladed
  • Maximum speed: 182 km/h (113 mph, 98 kn) at 2000 meters
  • Range: 5,400 km (3,400 mi, 2,900 nmi)
  • Service ceiling: 2,000 m (6,600 ft)

See also

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References

Citations

  1. Parmentier, Bruno (27 October 2007). "Schmitt Sch-10". www.aviafrance.com (in French). Retrieved 2 March 2015.

Bibliography

  • Davilla, Dr. James J.; Soltan, Arthur (1997). French Aircraft of the First World War. Mountain View, CA: Flying Machines Press. pp. 456–457. ISBN 978-1891268090.
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