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Heinkel HD 37

Military
Heinkel HD 37

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An advanced fighter design of 1928, the HD 37 achieved exceptional performance for a single-engine aircraft of its era. At just 7 metres long, it reached 290 km/h and boasted 700 kilometres of operational range—enabling rapid interception and tactical deployment. The compact design and single crew emphasised speed and manoeuvrability for fighter-versus-fighter combat.

Specifications

Role
Fighter
Origin
Germany
Crew
1
Engines
1
First flight
1928
Length
7 m
Wingspan
10 m
Max speed
290 km/h
Range
700 km