Hansa-Brandenburg W.16

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The compact W.16 single-seat fighter of 1917 represented a lean approach to German naval fighter design. At just 7.3 metres long with a single engine, it achieved an impressive 170 km/h—respectable for its compact design. Though specifications are sparse, its designation within the W-series seaplane family indicates it was optimised for rapid climb and turning performance in fighter-versus-fighter engagements.