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Biplane amphibian for reconaissance and SAR (Search And Rescue). It was broadly based on the Walrus, with a tractor engine and more refined construction. The Sea Otter was the last biplane to enter RAF service, in 1944!
General characteristics Sea Otter II | ||
Primary function | Reconaissance / SAR | |
Power plant | One Bristol Mercury 30 radial engine | |
Thrust | 870 HP | 649 kW |
Wingspan | 46 ft | 14.02 m |
Speed | 154 mph | 248 km/h |
Ceiling | 16,076 ft | 4,900 m |
Range | 833 mi | 1,340 km |
Armament | 3x 7.7mm machine gun | |
Crew | Three | |
Date deployed | 1944 | |
Number built | 292 |
Jirka Wagner
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