Spitfire Mk. XVI TD248 'D' taxis into Shoreham's Air day during September, 2000. Aircraft Type: Single Seat Fighter Country of Origin: United Kingdom Engines: 1 x Packard Merlin 266 Inline Piston Engine rated at 1,720hp Armament: 2 x 20mm cannon plus 4 x .303 in Browning Machine guns. Dimensions: Wing Span: 32ft 8 in. Length: 31ft 4 in. Wing Area: 244 sq. feet. Weights: Empty: 6,700lb. Max Takeoff: 10,280lb. Performance: Max Speed: 405 mph at 22,000ft. Service Ceiling: 43,000ft Max Range: 434 miles. Operators: RAF Promoting UK Aviation Heritage * Please note: These figures are for guide purposes only. Please refer to published text books for further information. [Search Site] [Free News Update] [Air Links Directory] [UK Air Museums Directory] [Homepage] [About Us] [Contact Us] [Site Map] ©2000-2007 Flyingzone Publications - All Rights Reserved - All Trademarks Recognised Crown Copyright is reproduced with the permission of the Controller of Her Majesty's Stationary Office