Handley Page "Halifax"
strategic bomber
1938

     
   
     

 

     
   
     

The first prototype with four "Merlin X" engines flew in 1938. Entered production in 1939. A total of 6167 machines were built, including 4751 bombers. As transport plane was in service until 1952.

Crew: 7
Engine: 4 x Brist. "Hercules 100", 1325kW
Wingspan: 31.8m
Length: 21.4m
Height: 6.3m
Wing area: 118.5m2
Start mass: 24980-30845kg		 Empty mass: 17500kg
Max speed: 502kph at 6700m
Ceiling: 7310m
Range w/max.fuel: 3540km
Range w/max.payload: 2030km
Armament: 9 x 7.7mm MG, 6550kg of bombs

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