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What was the name of the Rolls-Royce engine used in the World War 2 'Spitfire' fighter plane?
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∙ 11y ago
The Merlin. They were hand built for the Spitfire, at least initially, for the early models. The same engine was also used in the US P-51 Mustang fighters, and those were built by Packard (an automobile company) on an assembly line in the US, under license from Rolls-Royce.
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What is the difference between a spitfire and a messerschmitt?
A Spitfire was a British fighter plane during World War 2 and a Messerschmitt was a German fighter.
What was the name of the british air crafts?
If you mean during World War 2, the most famous fighter aircraft were the Spitfire and Hurricane and the most famous bombers were the Lancaster and Wellington.
Were fighter jets used in World War 1?
No, the jet engine had not been invented yet, so there were no "fighter jets"
Is the spitfire the best plane in world war 2?
No, not at all. In fact it was slightly slower than its main opposition, the Me109. However, the Spitfire was more maneuverable and had other features which its pilots appreciated to compensate for its slower speed. Note: Although the Spitfire is most famous for the Battle of Britain, improved models of it were introduced which were faster and better; allowing the Spitfire to serve until the end of the war, and after the war in Korea and Malaysia.
What is the difference between a hurricane and spitfire?
They are two very similar fighter planes used by the RAF during World War 2 but designed and built by different firms. Hawker's "Hurricane" had good maneuverability, and was armed with 4 20mm cannons. It's top speed was 340 MPH. The Spitfire had superbmaneuverability, was armed with 4 .303 machine guns and 2 20mm cannons, and had a top speed of 378 MPH. Both were excellent fighter planes. The Spitfire got "better press", but in truth 60% of the German planes shot down in the Battle of Britain were shot down by Hurricanes.
How was the Spitfire used in World War 2?
The Spitfire was an RAF fighter.
What is spitfire?
A Supermarine Spitfire was a British fighter plane used in world war 2.
What is the difference between a spitfire and a messerschmitt?
A Spitfire was a British fighter plane during World War 2 and a Messerschmitt was a German fighter.
What is spitfire World War 2?
A Supermarine Spitfire was a British fighter plane used in world war 2.
What was the British fighter aircraft in World War 2?
Spitfire and Hurricane fighters
When was the spitfier used?
The Spitfire was used during world war 2 as a fighter plane
What country does the spitfire come from?
The Spitfire was designed by RJ Mitchell in The United Kingdom and was one of the main British fighter planes in World War 2.
What is the name of the famous British World War 2 fighter that sported elliptical wings?
Spitfire
What was spitfire for in World War 2?
It was the best fighter plane available. It was quick, agile & powerful.
What 2 Fighter Planes helped Britain win World War 2?
The Spitfire and The Hurricane
What sort of plane was the spitfire?
The Spitfire was a World War 2-era British invented and designed fighter aircraft. used to defend England in the battle of Britain.
What has the author David Moore Crook written?
David Moore Crook has written: 'Spitfire pilot' -- subject(s): Battle of Britain, British Aerial operations, English Personal narratives, Great Britain, Great Britain. Royal Air Force. Squadron, 609, Spitfire, Spitfire (Fighter planes), World War II, World War, 1939-1945, Spitfire (Fighter plane)
