Boarhound
The Bristol Type 93 Boarhound was a multi-purpose auxiliary army aircraft, designed by Captain Barnwell according to the Air Ministry specification. After losing a competition to the Armstrong Whitworth Atlas, work on the aircraft continued on an initiative basis. It was decided to implement a high-strength steel strip construction, created by H.J. Pollard.
Design and Armament
The Boarhound was equipped with a Bristol Jupiter IV engine, capable of 425 horsepower. Its armament consisted of a single forward-firing, synchronized 7.7mm Vickers machine gun and a movable 7.7mm Lewis machine gun on a Scarff turret, installed in the rear cockpit.
Development and Variants
The prototype’s first flight took place on June 8, 1925. Following this initial aircraft, three more units were produced: one designated as the Type 93A Beaver and two as the Type 93B Boarhound II.
Ultimately, these aircraft failed to interest the military, leading to the cessation of all further development work on the project.
Technical Specifications
| Modification | Boarhound |
| Wingspan, m | 13.64 |
| Length, m | 9.60 |
| Height, m | 3.55 |
| Wing area, m2 | 43.11 |
| Empty weight | 1315 |
| Normal takeoff weight | 2023 |
| Engine type | 1 Piston engine Bristol Jupiter IV |
| Power, hp | 1 x 425 |
| Maximum speed, km/h | 217 |
| Cruising speed, km/h | 182 |
| Flight endurance, h | 3 |
| Service ceiling, m | 6706 |
| Crew | 2 crew members |
| Armament | one forward 7.7-mm Vickers machine gun; one 7.7-mm Lewis machine gun on a Scarff turret |
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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.