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The Sea Otter amphibious biplane was designed to replace the Walrus on reconnaissance and general duties, including air-sea rescue. It was produced before World War II and went into service with the RAF and FAA during the war. A total of 290 was built. After the war a number were modified for civil use with the normal military equipment removed. Power was provided by one 637kW Bristol Mercury 30 radial, giving a maximum level speed of 241km/h.
| ENGINE | 1 x Bristol Mercury XXX, 638kW |
| WEIGHTS |
| Take-off weight | 4530 kg | 9987 lb |
| Empty weight | 3080 kg | 6790 lb |
| DIMENSIONS |
| Wingspan | 14.02 m | 45 ft 12 in |
| Length | 12.01 m | 39 ft 5 in |
| Height | 4.93 m | 16 ft 2 in |
| Wing area | 56.67 m2 | 609.99 sq ft |
| PERFORMANCE |
| Max. speed | 241 km/h | 150 mph |
| Cruise speed | 161 km/h | 100 mph |
| Ceiling | 4875 m | 16000 ft |
| Range | 900-1160 km | 559 - 721 miles |
| ARMAMENT | 3 x 7.7mm machine-gun |
| Justin, j(@)greylizard.net, 11.04.2008 Thanks for giving me permission to use this picture on my Bigglesforum.com |
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