Gotha G.IV

0:0:0The Gotha G.IV was a heavy bomber used by the Luftstreitkräfte (Imperial German Air Service) during World War I. Implemented to replace the flawed Gotha G.III, the G.IV improved on its predecessor with less restrictive fields of fire for its on board gunners through use of the "Gotha Tunnel" which allowed them to fire their machine guns at targets below and behind the aircraft, improving defensive capabilities. Other improvements included a fully-skinned plywood airframe and additional ailerons for enhanced lateral control. Around 230 aircraft were built between 1916 and 1917.

The Gotha G.IV's main function was strategic bombing, with its first mission being the strategic bombing of the city of London in March 1917.

Battlefield 1
The Gotha G.IV is a bomber featured in Battlefield 1. The vehicle has slots for three passengers - one pilot and two gunners.