Overview
The Saunders-Roe Princess flying boat became the largest all-metal flying boat aircraft to have been built - just one example was completed.
The Saunders-Roe Princess flying boat became the largest all-metal flying boat aircraft to have been built - just one example was completed.
YEAR: 1952
STATUS: Cancelled
MANUFACTURER(S): Saunders-Roe (SARO) - UK
PRODUCTION: 1
OPERATORS: United Kingdom
Technical Specifications
Unless otherwise noted the presented statistics below pertain to the Saunders-Roe SR.45 model. Common measurements, and their respective conversions, are shown when possible.
Unless otherwise noted the presented statistics below pertain to the Saunders-Roe SR.45 model. Common measurements, and their respective conversions, are shown when possible.
CREW: 6
POWER: 4 x Bristol Coupled-Proteus 610 turboprop engines developing 5,000 horsepower each with 2 x Bristol Proteus 620 turboprop engines developing an additional 2,500 horsepower; All engines driving four-bladed propeller units.
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LENGTH
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CLIMB RATE
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Armament
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Variants / Models
• SR.45 "Princess" - Base Series Designation.
• SR.45 "Princess" - Base Series Designation.
Our Data Modules allow for quick visual reference when comparing a single entry against contemporary designs. Areas covered include general ratings, speed assessments, and relative ranges based on distances between major cities.
Relative Maximum Speed
Hi: 400mph
Lo: 200mph
This entry's maximum listed speed (379mph).
Graph average of 300 miles-per-hour.
City-to-City Ranges
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NYC
Graph showcases the Saunders-Roe SR.45's operational range (on internal fuel) when compared to distances between major cities.
Aviation Era
Useful in showcasing the era cross-over of particular aircraft/aerospace designs.
Unit Production (1)
Comm. Market HI*: 44,000 units
Military Market HI**: 36,183 units
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