Sopwith Triplane - First World War Airplane

3D Model

The U.K. designed Sopwith Triplane was a successful attempt to produce a fighter with outstanding manoeuvrability and excellent visibility for the pilot. Even though the Triplane remained in front-line service for less than a year, it was so successful that it inspired several German triplane designs. Only 150 Sopwith Triplanes were built.

The Sopwith Triplane found at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum is a reproduction built by American amateur airplane-maker Carl R. Swanson between 1963 and 1966. The Museum purchased it in 1966.

Note: This model is mainly meant to be viewed in a virtual environment using computer software. You can try printing it off, though we cannot guarantee the quality. For educational activities that this model can be used in, please visit:

ingeniumcanada.org/ingenium/museums/education/3D-aircrafts.php

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