Albatros D.IX
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Albatros D.IX was a German prototype single-seat fighter built in early 1918. It differed from previous marks by using a simplified fuselage with a flat bottom and slab sides. The wings and tail were similar to those of the Albatros D.VII. Power was provided by a {{Convert|130|kW|hp|abbr=on}} Mercedes D.IIIa engine. The D.IX was armed with twin synchronised {{convert|7.92|mm|in|abbr=on|3}} LMG 08/15 machine guns.
The prototype exhibited disappointing performance and the project was discontinued.
Specifications
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References
{{Reflist}}
- Green, W. & Swanborough, G. (1994). The Complete Book of Fighters. London: Salamander Books. {{ISBN|1-85833-777-1}}
External links
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Category:1910s German fighter aircraft