Hawker Hurricane
1935-1947
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The unsung hero of the Battle of Britain, responsible for more kills than the Spitfire. The Hurricane bore the brunt of the Luftwaffe onslaught.
History
The Hawker Hurricane was the first RAF fighter to exceed 300 mph and formed the backbone of Fighter Command during the Battle of Britain in 1940. While the Spitfire received more glory, Hurricanes outnumbered Spitfires during the battle and destroyed more enemy aircraft. Its robust construction could absorb tremendous battle damage, and its fabric-covered fuselage was easier to repair than the Spitfire's all-metal skin. Designed by Sydney Camm, it served in every theater of WWII. Over 14,500 were built, making it the most-produced British fighter of the war.
Production & Heritage
Production Total14,583
DesignerSydney Camm
Service Period1935-1947
Technical Specifications
Engine1x Rolls-Royce Merlin III V-12
Max Speed340 mph
Range395 nm
Ceiling36,000 ft
Crew1
Wingspan40 ft
Length31.8 ft
Empty Weight5,745 lbs
Max Weight6,600 lbs
Engine Details
Engine ModelRolls-Royce Merlin III V-12
Engine Count1
Engine ManufacturerRolls-Royce
Horsepower1030 hp
Performance
Rate of Climb2780 ft/min
Dimensions
Wing Area257 sq ft
Weights
Max Takeoff Weight6,600 lbs
Armament
Guns8x .303 Browning machine guns
Bombs2x 250 lb bombs
Capacity
Crew1
Tags
Designed by Sydney Camm
