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Hawker Sea Fury FB.11

The Hawker Fury was designed as a smaller and lighter version of the Hawker Tempest. The Sea Fury was the naval version, with folding wings and tail-hook . The Sea Fury FB.11 was a fighter-bomber capable of carrying bombs and rockets under its wings. Most of the 860 Sea Furys built went to the Royal Navy, including 60 Mk.20 two-seat trainer versions. The RCN’s 74 FB.11s were based on shore and on the aircraft carrier HMCS Magnificent. Sea Furys served with the RCN until they were retired in 1956.

The Sea Fury was one of the fastest piston-engine aircraft built; as a result, some surplus Sea Furies were used successfully for open-class air racing. Others have been restored to original flying condition and are frequently seen at airshows both in Europe and North America.

Museum Example

The Museum specimen was manufactured and passed to the RCN in 1948. During its navy service it crashed and was repaired before being sold by Crown Assets. Donated to the Museum in 1963, it was put on display in 1964 after restoration by Fairey Aviation Corp. and the RCN.

Specifications

Wing Span:
11.7 m (38 ft 4 3/4 in)
Length:
10.6 m (34 ft 8 in)
Height:
4.9 m (16 ft 1 in)
Weight, Empty:
9,240 lb (4,190 kg)
Weight, Gross:
5,670 kg (12,500 lb)
Cruising Speed:
Unknown
Max Speed:
740 km/h (460 mph)
Rate of Climb:
9,140 m (30,000 ft) / 10 min 48 sec
Service Ceiling:
10,910 m (35,800 ft)
Range:
1,127 km (700 mi)
Power Plant:
one Bristol Centaurus XVIIC, 2,480 hp, two-row 18 cylinder radial engine

Additional Photographs

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