Koolhoven F.K.55
Military
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The Koolhoven F.K.55, introduced in 1938, represented Dutch fighter development as war approached. This single-seat fighter achieved an impressive 510 km/h, with 850-kilometer range supporting fighter-sweep operations. The 9.6-meter wingspan and compact 9.2-meter fuselage reflected contemporary fighter doctrine emerging across Europe.
Specifications
- Role
- Fighter
- Origin
- Netherlands
- Crew
- 1
- Engines
- 1
- First flight
- 1938
- Length
- 9.2 m
- Wingspan
- 9.6 m
- Max speed
- 510 km/h
- Range
- 850 km