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Derived from the R.E.5 and specifically designed to carry a new 335 lb (152.4 kg) bomb, the underpowered R.E.7 was a disappointment. By March 1916, Trenchard declared the R.E.7 "useless," and it was relegated to a reconnaissance role and towing targets for aerial gunnery practice. The R.E.7 was withdrawn from service and replaced by the B.E.12 in the summer of 1916. |
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| Royal Aircraft Factory R.E.7 Specifications |
| Country: |
Great Britain |
| Manufacturer: |
Royal Aircraft Factory |
| Type: |
Bomber |
| Entered Service: |
September 1915 |
| Number Built: |
250 |
| Engine(s): |
RAF 4a, 150 hp 12 cylinder air cooled inline V |
| Wing Span: |
57 ft (17.37 m) |
| Length: |
31 ft 10.5 in (8.72 m) |
| Height: |
12 ft 7 in (3.84 m) |
| Empty Weight: |
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| Gross Weight: |
3,449 lb (1,564 kg) |
| Max Speed: |
85 mph (137 km/h) at sea level |
| Ceiling: |
6,500 ft (1,981 m) |
| Endurance: |
6 hours |
| Crew: |
2 |
| Armament: |
1 machine gun; 336 lb (152.4 kg) of bombs |
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