Sopwith Camel BelgiumSopwith Camel airplane model. The Sopwith Camel, a fighter biplane that succeeded the Pup on the Western Front, is celebrated as the premier British fighter of World War I. Essentially an advanced version of the Pup, the Camel was slightly heavier and equipped with a more potent engine. Its design concentrated armament, fuel, pilot, and powerplant within a compact area, yielding exceptional maneuverability. The large engine's torque allowed for rapid