Caudron G Biplane

Pioneering Design of the Caudron G

In 1913, brothers René and Gaston Caudron developed the first auxiliary aircraft of the G family. Designated as the Caudron G, this small aircraft was a two-bay, two-seater biplane, equipped with an 80 hp Gnome engine. In addition to the conventional wheeled landing gear, the Caudron G could also be fitted with two floats.

Early Debut and International Success

The first aircraft instance was widely used in demonstration airshows in 1913. Several machines were acquired by the French military, who used them for observation and training. Thanks to an aviation center opened in Beijing, the government of China became interested in the aircraft. Orders for similar aircraft also came from Russia and Great Britain.

Technical Specifications

Modification	Caudron G
Wingspan, m	13.90
Length, m	7.30
Wing area, m2	30.00
Empty weight	350
Normal takeoff weight	625
Engine type	1 Piston engine Gnome
Power, hp	1 x 80
Maximum speed, km/h	100
Cruising speed, km/h	85
Rate of climb, m/min	83
Crew, crew members	2

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