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Morane-Saulnier N [France]
Morane-Saulnier N

Due to the shape of its nose, the Morane-Saulnier Type N was aptly nicknamed the "Bullet." Built in small numbers, it was the first French aircraft specifically developed as a fighter. Armed with a fixed, forward firing machine gun, its propeller was protected by the metal deflector plates pioneered by Roland Garros on the Morane-Saulnier Type L. Although it was faster and more maneuverable than previous aircraft, the Bullet became unpopular with its pilots who found it extremely difficult to fly.

Specifications
Country:France
Manufacturer:Société des Aéroplanes Morane-Saulnier
Type:Fighter
First Introduced:1914
Number Built:49
Engine:Le Rhône 9C, 9 cylinder, air cooled rotary, 80 hp
Wing Span:26 ft 8½ in [8.15 m]
Length:19 ft 1½ in [5.83 m]
Height:7 ft 4½ in [2.25 m]
Empty Weight:
Gross Weight:976 lb [444 kg]
Max Speed:90 mph [144 km/h]
Ceiling:13,123 ft [4000 m]
Endurance:1½ hours
Crew:1
Armament:1 machine gun

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