Aichi D3A
Carrier-based Dive Bomber
The Aichi D3A is a single-engine two-seat carrier-based dive bomber produced by the Japanese manufacturer Aichi Kokuki KK. The Aichi D3A was exclusively operated by the Imperial Japanese Navy during WWII.
Crew | 2 |
Propulsion | 1 Radial Engine | |
Engine Model | Mitsubishi Kinsei 44 | |
Engine Power | 788 kW | 1057 hp |
Speed | 385 km/h | 208 kts 239 mph |
Service Ceiling | 9.300 m | 30.512 ft |
Range | 1.470 km | 794 NM 914 mi. |
Empty Weight | 2.408 kg | 5.309 lbs |
max. Takeoff Weight | 3.650 kg | 8.047 lbs |
Wing Span | 14,37 m | 47 ft 2 in |
Wing Area | 34,9 m² | 376 ft² |
Length | 10,20 m | 33 ft 6 in |
Height | 3,85 m | 12 ft 8 in |
First Flight | 12/1937 | |
Production Status | out of production | |
Total Production | >1500 |
Data for (Version) | Aichi D3A1 |
[Photo-ID: 11354] © Karsten Palt 2015-06-04 | |
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