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The Seafire XV11 was similar to the Seafire XV (384
built) which itself was based on the Seafire 111 airframe with the
installation of a Griffon engine. The Seafire series began with the
Mk.1B (166 built), first flown in 1942, which was a navalised version of
the Spitfire VB with arrester hook and rear fuselage strengthening. The
Seafire 11C (372 built) had a strengthened undercarriage and the Seafire
111 (1263 built) featured double-folding wings. The Seafire XV11
featured a cut down rear fuselage and tear drop canopy. Seafires saw
action in many campaigns throughout World War 11 including the D-Day
landings. At least two examples of the Mk.XV11 remain airworthy in civil
markings.
Unregistered
United Kingdom
Single seat fighter first flown in 1944
Engine: 1850hp(1380kW) Rolls-Royce Griffon V1
Length: 32’3"(9.9m)
Height: 10’8.5"(3.25m)Wingspan: 36’10"(11.23m)
No.built: 232 Range: 430miles(692km)
Cruising speed: 330mph(531kmh) Empty weight: 6200lb(2812kg)
Maximum take-off weight: 8000lb(3629kg) |
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