Blackburn B-101 "Beverley"
transport
1950

     
   
     

 

     
   
     

Based on "Hamilcar" cargo glider built by General Aircraft. The first prototype G.A.L. 60 flew on June 20, 1950. Entered service in January 1955. 47 built.

Engine: 4 x Bristol "Centaurus" 273, 2125kW
Wingspan: 49.38m
Length: 30.3m
Height: 11.81m
Wing area: 270.9m2
Start mass: 64864kg		 Empty mass: 35940kg
Max speed: 383kph
Cruise speed: 278kph
Ceiling: 4875m
Range: 2092km
Payload: 22400kg or 94 troops or 70 paratroopers

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