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Early Martin

Martin T.T. - 12 O'Clock

Martin T.T. - 1 O'Clock

Martin T.T. - 2 O'Clock

Martin T.T. - 3 O'Clock
Note: Cockpit Cutout

Martin T.T. - 3 O'Clock
Note: Cockpit Cutout

Martin T.T. - 3 O'Clock
Note: Cockpit Cutout

Martin T.T. - 4 O'Clock

Martin T.T. - 5 O'Clock

Martin T.T. - 6 O'Clock

Martin T.T.

Martin T.T.

Martin T.T.

Martin T.T.

Paul Matt 3-View
Courtesy of Aviation Heritage Books

Paul Matt 3-View
Courtesy of Aviation Heritage Books

Martin T.T. - Page 2 (More Photos)

History

First flown in 1913. A Martin TT (No.37, piloted by Oscar Brindley) fitted with floats won the 1915 Curtiss Marine trophy by flying 443.72 miles in less than 10 consecutive hours within one day. A total of 17 Martin TT's were delivered to the Army (procured less engines, first deliverys were in 1914).

Specifications

Wingspan:                             38 ft 8 in
Length:                           26 ft 3-1/2 in
Height:                                9 ft 4 in
Wing Area (less ailerons):             379 sq ft 


Gross Weight:                            1720 lb
Useful Load:                              400 lb


Max Speed:                                96 mph
Cruise Speed:                             80 mph
Landing Speed:                            45 mph


Glide Ratio:                                12:1
Service Ceiling:                         9500 ft
Record Climb:    5200 ft in 10 min 15 sec (1915)


Powerplant:                         OX-2 (90 hp)
Fuel:                                     50 gal

Martin T.T. Links

Aviation Heritage Books (Source of Drawing Used Above)

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