| /Airplanes/Allies/Others/South Africa/Gladiator/Gladiator-Mk2.htm | Up-dated: 22-08-2025 |
1 Sqn, SAAF - November 1940. On 5 November 1940 was shot down by Fiat CR.42s in the Gallabat area. Capt. Boyle parachuted. |
Gloster
Gladiator Mk.II Specifications |
| General |
Type:
Fighter |
| Engine |
| Bristol-board Mercury VIIIA R9 ai-cooled | 825 hp | Pistons |
| Dimensions/Masses |
| Length: 8.40 m | Width:
9.80 m | Height: 3.60 m Weight: 1560 kg | Max. Combat Weight: 2205 kg |
| Performances |
| Max. Speed: 414 km/h | Ceiling: 11570 m | Range: 714 km |
| Armament |
MG: 4 x .0.303in (7.7mm) Browning MG |
