What was wrong with the Short Stirling?

It has also been alleged that production of the Stirling was negatively impacted by a decision by Lord Beaverbrook, the Minister of Aircraft Production, which had ordered a change in priority from four-engined bombers towards fighters and twin-engined aircraft to replace those lost during the Battle of Britain.

Are there any surviving short stirlings?

The Short Stirling was the first four-engined British heavy bomber of W.W.II, entering service in 1941. Unlike the Lancaster and Halifax, however, no complete Stirling has survived, or (so far) been recreated.

Who made the Stirling bomber?

Short Brothers
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How many Avro Lancasters are still flying?

17 Lancasters
Today, 17 Lancasters survive around the world, but only two are in flying condition. The Museum’s Lancaster Mk. X was built at Victory Aircraft, Malton in July 1945 and was later converted to a RCAF 10MR configuration.

Where can I buy a Short Stirling Mk I?

Short Stirling Mk.I Italeri’s 1/72 Stirling Mk.IVis available online from Squadron S u m m a r y Item No. Italeri Kit No. K48050 – Short Stirling B.Mk.I Contents and Media: 233 parts in grey plastic; 24 parts in clear; 41 pieces on a single photo-etched fret; markings for six aircraft on one decal sheet; instruction booklet.

What kind of engines did the Short Stirling have?

The Short Stirling was a four-engined monoplane heavy bomber designed to provide a previously unmatched level of strategic bombing capability to the Royal Air Force (RAF). It was powered by four Bristol Hercules radial engines which were spaced across its mid-mounted wing.

When was the Short Stirling introduced into the RAF?

It has the distinction of being the first four-engined bomber to be introduced into service with the Royal Air Force (RAF). The Stirling was designed during the late 1930s by Short Brothers to conform with the requirements laid out in Air Ministry Specification B.12/36.

What do you need to know about the Stirling?

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