Utilizing a 110 Clerget Rotary Engine, the aircraft proved highly maneverable in the air and exceedingly quick in the climb. Going only to the Squadrons of the Royal Naval Air Service, the Triplanes quickly built up a formidable reputation as a fighting scout with the German aviators. Given the nickname "Tripe" or "Tripehound", the Sopwith Triplane was made famous by the Canadians of the "Black Flight" of Naval 10, their aircraft having black noses and macabre names such as 'Black Maria', 'Black Death', 'Black Roger', 'Black Sheep' and 'Black Prince'. The Sopwith Triplane was replaced in the Naval Squadrons by the Sopwith Camel as it became available. The Triplane fought on the Western, Eastern and Macedonian Fronts during World War I. The approximate finish size is: Wing span 12 inches, Length 10 inches. Looks good with a coat of clear shellac or varnish, or painted as an original WWI combat plane. Only $7.95
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