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Messerschmitt BF 108
A relative to the ME-109 the 108 was used both as a trainer and a fighter. Although its role as a fighter was short lived it was a reliable and easy aircraft to fly.


Type: Single seat fighter and utility/ trainer
Crew: (Fighter 1) (trainer 2) (utility 4)

Engine:
Argus As 10C inverted V8 air cooled
Horsepower: 240 hp

Dimensions:
Wing span: 10.62m (24 ft. 10 in.)
Length: 8.29m (27 ft. 2.5 in.)
Height: 2.30m (7 ft. 6.5 in.)

Weights:
Empty: 880kg (1,940 lb..)
Loaded: 1,352kg (2,981 lb..)

Performance:
Speed: 196 mph (315 kph)
Range : 1,400km (870 miles)
Service Ceiling: 5,000m (16,405 ft.)

Armament:
Trainer : none
Fighter : 2x 7.92mm