Introduced in 1936, Bristol Hercules sleeve valve engine has undergone steady development until, at present time, its maximum power is 60% greater than prototype engine; specific weight reduced from 1.29 to 1.12 lb per hp; photographs, detail drawings and specifications included. (See also Flight v 44 n 1820 Nov 11 1943 p 528-30; Engineering v 156 n 4061 Nov 12 1943 p 387; Engineer v 176 n 4583 Nov 12 1943 p 383-5; Can Aviation v 17 n 1 Jan 1944 p 77-9)
Hercules progress
Aeroplane
Aeroplane ; 65 , n 1694
1943
Article (Journal)
English
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