Bristol Jupiter Fighter
Bristol Aeroplane Company · United Kingdom · first flew 1923 · fighter
The Bristol Type 76 Jupiter Fighter and Type 89 Trainer were derivatives of the First World War Bristol F.2 Fighter, powered by Bristol Jupiter radial engines. They were unsuccessful as fighters.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.62 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
WEFT is AircraftIQ's four-point recognition method — how it works.
Spot it by:
- Biplane layout
- Single Bristol Jupiter radial engine in the nose
- Two-seat cockpit arrangement
Look for an F.2 Fighter-style two-seat biplane with a Bristol Jupiter radial engine.
Specifications
- The Bristol Jupiter Fighter has a length of 7.62 m (25 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 11.96 m (39 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 177 km/h (110 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
Figures are for the representative variant described above; marks differ. See how AircraftIQ sources figures.
History
The Jupiter Fighter first flew in June 1923. It was developed from the Bristol F.2 Fighter.
Variants
The Type 76 Jupiter Fighter was complemented by the Type 89 Trainer.
Where you'll see it
Twenty-six were built. The type was used as an advanced trainer between 1924 and 1933.
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