 Two prototypes were entered into an international meeting in Zurich in July 1932 and won the speed circuit contest at average speeds of 340 km/h (211 mph) and 330 km/h (205 mph).The impressive performance led to orders from the "Regia Aeronautica" (Italian Air Force) for 121 aircraft.Two of the prototypes were converted into two-seaters designated CR.30B for use as refresher trainers and liaison aircraft.