Reid and Sigrist R.S.1 Snargasher
Reid and Sigrist · United Kingdom · first flew 1939 · light aircraft
The Reid and Sigrist R.S.1 Snargasher was a British twin-engine trainer monoplane that first flew in 1939, designed by the instrument manufacturer Reid and Sigrist as a proposal for RAF advanced training. It was a clean low-wing design with three-seat accommodation.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 2 × piston, wing-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.72 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- Twin-engine British trainer built by instrument maker
- Three-seat side-by-side plus rear instructor arrangement
- Prewar prototype that led to the Desford
Clean low-wing twin-engine monoplane with smooth lines and a wide enclosed cabin. Similar in appearance to the later Desford but with slightly longer wingspan and different proportions.
Specifications
- The Reid and Sigrist R.S.1 Snargasher has a length of 7.72 m (25 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 11.07 m (36 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 330 km/h (205 mph).
- Typical crew: 3.
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History
Reid and Sigrist designed the Snargasher in the late 1930s as a multi-engine trainer proposal for the expanding Royal Air Force. Despite its capable performance, the RAF did not adopt it, preferring established types. It served as the design basis for the company's later R.S.3 Desford. The outbreak of WWII diverted the company's resources.
Variants
The R.S.1 was a one-off prototype; its design concepts were refined in the subsequent R.S.3 Desford.
Where you'll see it
Not adopted for RAF service; remained a company prototype in the United Kingdom. Its contribution was primarily as a demonstrator for the follow-on Desford design.
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