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Handley Page Halifax BIII and BVI.

Mainly known as a bomber aircraft the Hercules engined machines were also used as glider
tugs, transport and maritime patrol aircraft. Served with 21 HGCU at RAF Elsham Wolds late
45 to 46

Top speed: 282 mph.

Engine: 4 x Bristol Hercules radial engines of 1615 hp.

Range: 1860 miles.

Service ceiling: 24000 ft

Wingspan: 104 ft 2 ins

Length: 71 ft 7 ins

First flight: 1937

Manufacturer: Handley Page

Crew: 7

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