The Zeppelin-Staaken R.XV was an Imperial German bomber of World War I. An incremental improvement to the Zeppelin-Staaken R.VI, this was one of a series of large strategic bombers called "Riesenflugzeuge", intended to be less vulnerable than dirigibles in use at the time.
Development.
Almost identical to the R.XIV, the R.XV had a lighter airframe and more refined aerodynamics, in an effort to improve performance. Three aircraft were ordered, (R.46 to R.48), all three being completed by 1 September 1918.
As with most Zeppelin Riesenflugzeuge, the R.XV had two engine pods with four engines in a push-pull configuration, large enough for some inflight maintenance. Additional power was provided by a fifth engine mounted in the nose of the aircraft.
Operational history.
At least two of the R.XVs built saw action on the Western Front, late in 1918.
Specifications (Zeppelin-Staaken R.XV).
"Data from" The German GiantsGeneral characteristics* Crew: seven* Aspect ratio: * Propellers: -bladed
Performance* Maximum speed: Mach * Endurance: * g limits: * Roll rate: * Maximum glide ratio: 
Armament
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