Caudron C.180

In the late 1920s, Paul Deville, a designer at Société des Avions Caudron, developed the Caudron C.180 transport aircraft project. This innovative aircraft was intended for use in French colonies, reflecting an ambitious vision for colonial aviation of that era.

Development and Design of the Caudron C.180

The Caudron C.180 was envisioned as a twelve-seater, all-metal, cantilever high-wing monoplane. It was powered by three nine-cylinder Lorraine 9Na Algol engines, each delivering 300 hp, providing substantial capability for its intended transport missions.

Operational History and Variants

The sole prototype of the aircraft was built in 1930 and showcased at the Paris Air Show in December of the same year. Despite its advanced design, the Caudron C.180 did not receive any orders. Subsequently, a similar aircraft, the Caudron C.181, was manufactured, equipped with three Gnone et Rhone K-7 engines of the same power.

Technical Specifications

Modification	C.180
Wingspan, m	24. 50
Length, m	15. 13
Height, m	3. 78
Wing area, m2	70.00
Empty weight	2600
Maximum takeoff weight	5000
Engine type	3 Piston engine Lorraine 9Na Algol
Power, hp	3 x 300
Maximum speed, km/h	225
Cruising speed, km/h	195
Practical range, km	1000
Service ceiling, m	3450
Crew, crew members	2
Payload	up to 10 passengers

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