Bristol Beaufort

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:armament machine guns
torpedoes
gptkbp:ceiling 6,000 m
gptkbp:combat_experience gptkb:Mediterranean_Theatre
gptkb:Pacific_Theatre
gptkbp:crew gptkb:4
gptkbp:design gptkb:Bristol_Aeroplane_Company
gptkbp:engine_type gptkb:Bristol_Mercury
gptkbp:first_flight 1938
gptkbp:height 4.57 m
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Bristol Beaufort
gptkbp:length 13.41 m
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Bristol_Aeroplane_Company
gptkbp:max_speed 400 km/h
gptkbp:notable_features high speed
durable construction
used in reconnaissance missions
twin-engine design
retractable landing gear
crew compartment
good maneuverability
good range
used in training roles
versatile role
used in coastal patrols
torpedo carrying capability
bomb carrying capability
effective in anti-shipping roles
used in bombing missions
used in maritime reconnaissance
gptkbp:number_built approximately 1,200
gptkbp:operational_theater gptkb:World_War_II
gptkbp:primary_user gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
gptkb:Fleet_Air_Arm
gptkbp:production_years 1938-1943
gptkbp:retirement 1945
gptkbp:role gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:service_entry gptkb:1940
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Bristol_Beaufighter
gptkbp:used_by gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
gptkbp:variant Bristol Beaufort Mk I
Bristol Beaufort Mk II
Bristol Beaufort Mk III
Bristol Beaufort Mk IV
gptkbp:wingspan 15.85 m
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Beaufighter_Mk_I
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5