I have no clue about the propeller, need help

[Radar]

I just came across this great forum. This is exactly what I was looking for.

I would like to know a little more about the propeller from the “Erste Sueddeutsche Propellerwerk Goeppingen.”

It got a total length of 2,80 meter. I guess that reflects also the number on the prop D-280.
Does anybody have a clue on what aircraft it could be fitted? The PS rating is 178 PS.

For the picture please start the media centrein the given link.

http://service.gmx.net/mc/cb59b8btF5...Z23IIXusSjiGfJ


Thank you for your help.

Radar

[Bob Gardner]

Hi Radar,

Your prop is an excellent example of a German prop. As it says on the blade it was made by the Germania Co at the first South German Airscrew works at the town of Goppingen. The engine was a 180ps Mercedes engine and the aircraft was a Hannover CL4 dating from 1918. This aircraft is described in the reference books as an experimental aircraft which never made the front. But I once saw a single blade, identical to yours, which was from a shot down aircraft. Your prop confirms that the aircraft was more than an experimental one-off.

I'm writing a book on WW1 props. May I use a photo of your prop in it?

With regards,

Bob
www.aeroclocks.com

[Radar]

Propeller

Thank you Bob for the information.

Reed your PM


Radar

[Bob Gardner]

Vielen Dank !

Bob