Eduard - Fokker D.VII

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Description 1/48 Fokker D.VII (OAW) ProfipackThe Fokker D.VII a German fighter aircraft that gained great notoriet during World War I. Here is some key information about the Fokker D.VII:Role: The Fokker D.VII was a fighter aircraft used primarily by Germany during World War I. known for its exceptional combat capabilities and for being one of the best fighter aircraft of war.Development: The D.VII was developed in 1918 as a response to a specification from the Idflieg (the German War Ministry Inspection Office) for a new fighter. The project was entrusted to engineer Reinhold Platz, who worked for the company Fokker.Engine: The D.VII was powered by various types of engines, including the 160 hp Mercedes D.III inline engine. This engine gave it high performance.Armament: The D.VII's standard armament consisted of two synchronized machine guns, often mounted above the engine hood, which could fire through the propeller disc. This configuration allowed the pilot to shoot directly at other aircraft without damaging the propeller.Performance: The D.VII was known for its maneuverability and agility. He was able to perform rapid toning and aerial combat maneuvers, making him a fearsome opponent in the skies.Usage: The Fokker D.VII was introduced into operational service in late 1918, towards the end of World War I. Despite his brief wartime service, he proved to be a formidable opponent and contributed to the success of the Luftstreitkrfte, the German military aviation, in air combat. Eredit: The D.VII considered one of the best fighters of World War I. The Treaty of Versailles after the war required the delivery of all specimens to the Allied countries, but many aircraft were destroyed to prevent their capture. Some were used in small quantities by other nations.The Fokker D.VII represents an icon in the st