The Sopwith Tabloid was a British single-seat biplane designed and built by the Sopwith Aviation Company in 1913. It was one of the first purpose-built sports aircraft designed to participate in air racing and other aviation competitions.

The Sopwith Tabloid was a small and lightweight aircraft, with a wooden structure and fabric covering. It was powered by a 50-horsepower Gnome rotary engine and had a top speed of around 80 miles per hour (130 kilometers per hour). The aircraft had a wingspan of 21 feet (6.4 meters) and a length of 18 feet (5.5 meters).

The Sopwith Tabloid was a very successful aircraft, and won several air races and other competitions in the years before World War I. Its success helped establish the reputation of the Sopwith Aviation Company as a leading aircraft manufacturer, and contributed to the development of aviation technology in the years leading up to the war.

During World War I, the Sopwith Tabloid was also used as a reconnaissance and training aircraft by the Royal Flying Corps and the Royal Naval Air Service. Its small size and good handling made it well-suited for these roles, and it was particularly useful for training pilots in the skills of aerial photography and observation.

Overall, the Sopwith Tabloid was an important aircraft in the early history of aviation, and helped establish the importance of sports and competition in driving technological innovation in aircraft design. Its success paved the way for many more advanced aircraft designs in the years to come.