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Latécoère 298
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Latécoère 298

1936 torpedo bomber family by Latécoère

177Units built

Overview

The Latécoère 298 was a French seaplane that served during World War II. It was designed primarily as a torpedo bomber, but served also as a dive bomber against land and naval targets, and as a maritime reconnaissance aircraft. Of a sturdy and reliable construction and possessing good manoeuvrability, it was France's most successful military seaplane, and served throughout the war in various guises.

Specifications

Powerplant

Engine modelHispano-Suiza 12Ycrs

Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.

Photos

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