ANBO-IV was a two-seater parasol type monoplane, designed for reconnaissance purposes. Also used as a
light bomber. The prototype was tested on July 14th, 1932. Construction of the fuselage – rivetted aluminum tubing,
fabric covered. The prototype had 450 HP “Wasp” and 535 HP A.S. “Panther” engines. In 1934-1935 two
series of this type aeroplanes were built, each consisting of seven aeroplanes. Engines used for serial production were 585
HP Bristol “Pegasus” II L2 and II M2. Armament – four machine-guns and 144 kg bombs. In 1934 three planes
of the first series of ANBO-IVL, under the leadership of A.Gustaitis visited many European countries.
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Technical data:
Engine |
Bristol Pegasus IIM2, 585 AG |
Empty weight |
1360 kg |
Flight weight |
2200 kg |
Wingspan |
13.2 m |
Wing area |
29 mē |
Length |
8.84 m |
Max.speed |
290 km/h (at 1.5 km altitude) |
Landing speed |
90 km/h |
Ceiling |
8 km |
Climbing to 5 km altitude |
12 min. |
Fuel tanks |
400 l |
Machine guns |
2 pilot's and 2 observer's |
Bombs |
144 kg |
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