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Man-Made Objects - Rolls-Royce Merlin Manual - 1933-50 (all engine models): An insight into the design, construction, operation and maintenance of the legendary World War 2 aero engine (Owners' Workshop Manual)

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Book Synopsis: The Rolls-Royce Merlin liquid-cooled V-12 piston aero engine is considered an icon of British engineering with a worldwide recognition. It was one of the most successful aircraft engines of the Second World War period and its incremental development ran hand in hand with that of the legendary Supermarine Spitfire to which it was fitted from the very beginning. From its genesis in the 740hp PV-12 engine that was first flown in 1935, the Merlin went through rapid development during the war years until in its ultimate version, the Merlin 130 series designed specifically for the de Havilland Hornet, it produced over 2,600hp. Merlin engines powered many more of the best-known Allied combat aircraft of the war including the Hawker Hurricane, Boulton Paul Defiant, P-51 Mustang, Avro Lancaster, Handley Page Halifax, and the de Havilland Mosquito. Many variants of Merlin were built by Rolls-Royce at their factories in Derby, Crewe and Glasgow, as well as by Ford of Britain at their Trafford Park factory near Manchester. The Packard V-1650 was a license-built version of the Merlin made in the United States. When Merlin production finally ceased in 1950, almost 150,000 engines had been delivered.

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Unlock the secrets of the iconic Rolls-Royce Merlin engine with our comprehensive manual. The Merlin engine, a symbol of British engineering, played a crucial role in World War 2 and powered legendary aircraft like the Supermarine Spitfire. With our book, you'll gain an in-depth understanding of the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of this remarkable engine.

Discover the fascinating journey of the Merlin engine, from its humble beginnings as the PV-12 engine to its ultimate version, the Merlin 130 series, which produced an impressive 2,600 horsepower. As you delve into the pages, you'll learn how this engine powered not only the Spitfire but also other notable aircraft such as the Hawker Hurricane, P-51 Mustang, Avro Lancaster, and more.

Written by experts in the field, this manual provides a wealth of knowledge about the Merlin engine's development and its role in shaping the outcome of the Second World War. From the factories in Derby, Crewe, and Glasgow, to Ford of Britain's Trafford Park factory, we explore the extensive production history of the Merlin engine, which saw nearly 150,000 engines delivered until its production ceased in 1950.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to dive into the history and workings of one of the most legendary engines in aviation history. Get your copy of the Rolls-Royce Merlin Manual today and become an expert on this world-renowned aero engine.

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