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Ainring,
Germany, 1945. First and only prototype. It was tested towing by Do.217K.
The tests reveal serious problems and project was closed. |
DFS-228
Specifications |
| General |
Type:
rocket-powered, high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft |
| Engine |
| 1 × Walter HWK 109-509 liquid-fuelled rocket
motor, 14.71 kN thrust at sea level, 16.18 kN at operational altitude |
| Dimensions/Masses |
| Length: 10.58 m |
Width: 17.56 m | Height:
? m Weight: 1650 kg | Max. Combat Weight: 4200 kg |
| Performances |
| Max. Speed: 900 km/h | Ceiling: 25000 m | Range: 1050 km |
| Armament |
MG:
- |
