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Supermarine Stranraer

Military
Supermarine Stranraer

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The 1934 Stranraer was Supermarine's maritime reconnaissance flying boat featuring six crew, two engines, and 25.9-metre wingspan. Its 16.7-metre fuselage and 265.5 km/h speed made it a capable patrol platform for British naval aviation. The Stranraer represented the mature biplane flying boat era, combining firepower and endurance.

Specifications

Role
Maritime reconnaissance
Origin
United Kingdom
Crew
6
Engines
2
First flight
1934
Length
16.7 m
Wingspan
25.9 m
Max speed
266 km/h