Bristol Type 84 Bloodhound
Note: This is a sub-section of the Bristol Aeroplane Co
Built by The Bristol Aeroplane Co for reconnaissance or fighting work. The structure was metal except for the covering of the wings, tail element and fuselage, which was of the usual fabric. The engine fitted was the air-cooled radial " Bristol " Jupiter of 400 horse-power. Tank capacity sufficient for 104 gallons of petrol and 15 gallons of oil was provided. The petrol feed was obtained by means of centrifugal pumps, a hand actuating petrol pump and gravity tank being incorporated in the system.
The pilot and gunner were accommodated in adjacent cockpits, and the view was exceptionally good, as the wings were disposed with a large stagger and large " sweep-back." All the control surfaces were balanced, and the machine was as a consequence, exceptionally light and powerful on her controls. The undercarriage had a very wide track, and was of the combined oleo and steel spring type. Complete dual control was fitted. The armament included two Vickers' machine guns, fitted with " C. C." firing gear, operated by the pilot, and one Lewis gun on a standard Scarff ring mounting, operated by the gunner.
Stowage space was provided for 1600 rounds of ammunition for the Vickers' guns and seven double ammunition drums for the Lewis gun. Fittings were also installed for the carriage of bombs, electrical generator and accumulators, the necessary identification, landing and navigation lights, Verey's pistol and ammunition, oxygen apparatus and fire extinguishers, and lighting was also provided in connection with the complete set of navigation instruments which was installed. [1]
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- ↑ The Engineer 1924/07/11