Bernard 82
Development and Origins
Leveraging invaluable experience gained from building the record-breaking Bernard 80/81GR (Grand Raid) aircraft, designers at Societe des Avions Bernard decided to construct a long-range bomber for the French Air Force. The project for this new aircraft, designated Bernard 82, was completed in early 1933.
Technical Specifications
This was a three-seater, all-metal low-wing monoplane, equipped with an 860 hp Hispano-Suiza 12Ybrs engine. The aircraft’s armament consisted of a single defensive movable mount with a 7.7mm machine gun, and it could carry a combat load of 1000 kilograms of bombs.
Testing and Evaluation
Two prototypes of the aircraft were built, with the first taking flight in December 1933. During testing, the aircraft demonstrated a good range of 2800 kilometers. However, their speed made them easy targets for modern fighters, leading to the cessation of further work on this project.
Technical Specifications
| Modification | Bernard 82 |
| Wingspan, m | 27.10 |
| Length, m | 17.98 |
| Empty weight | 2823 |
| Normal takeoff weight | 5083 |
| Engine type | 1 Piston engine Hispano-Suiza 12Ybrs |
| Power, hp | 2 x 860 |
| Maximum speed, km/h | 317 |
| Cruising speed, km/h | 260 |
| Practical range, km | 2800 |
| Crew | 3 |
| Armament | one 7.7-mm machine gun, bomb load – 1000 kg |
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Sources & Accuracy
The information presented in this technical sheet has been compiled from declassified flight manuals, historical archives, and specialized literature. While we strive for maximum accuracy, some performance data may vary depending on the specific variant or operational conditions.