Short Sunderland Mk.III

RAAF #10 Sqn.Mount Batten UK 1942 + 1943, RAF #461 Sqn. Mount Batten UK 1942, SEAC #230 Sqn. Koggala Ceylon 1944. RAAF #40 Sqn. Townsville Australia 1944.

The Short Sunderland is one of the most famous seaplanes of the Second World War. It entered service at the end of 1938 to equip the squadrons of the Royal Air Force Coastal Command. In December 1941, the Mk.III version was introduced, the most famous and widespread variant of the Short seaplane, which made a significant contribution to combating the threat posed by German submarines during the Battle of the Atlantic. Compared to its predecessors, the Mk.III was significantly improved in the configuration of the hull and the equipment for monitoring and detecting enemy submarines. The military payload, such as bombs, mines and depth charges, was also increased. The reliable Bristol Pegasus radial engines with 1,065 hp guaranteed a maximum speed of 336 km/h and an operating radius of more than 2,800 km, essential for surveillance and reconnaissance.

Warning! Not suitable for children under 14 years.