Blackburn Firebrand

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Blackburn Firebrand


Blackburn Firebrand F Mk.I
On-board fighter with Napier Saber III engine (1,695 kW - 2,305 hp). 9 pieces of this version were not used in combat, but only as test aircraft.


Blackburn Firebrand TF Mk.II
Version with extended centerplane, with torpedo hanger and Napier Saber III engine (1,695 kW - 2,305 hp). 12 pieces were produced.


Blackburn Firebrand TF Mk.III
New Bristol Centaurus VII engine (1765 kW - 2,400 hp) or IX (1,853 kW - 2,520 hp). The 27 pieces of this version had enlarged tail areas and a "bubble" cab cover.


Blackburn Firebrand TF Mk.IV
This version had a Bristol Centaurus IX/57 engine (1,853 kW - 2,520 hp) and a modified vertical tail area for better handling. 102 pieces were produced.


Blackburn Firebrand TF Mk.5 (TF Mk.5A)
Version similar to the TF Mk.IV, but the wings were controlled by boosters. 68 pieces were built.
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