Avro Vulcan B.Mk2: A Place in History, 1960-84

The Avro Vulcan B.Mk2 was modified to take advantage of the more powerful Olympus engines and a new stand-off missile, the Phase 2C development. This led to changes in the electrical systems, flying controls, and structure, making it more suitable for low-level flying than the original design.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 25 August 2023
Publisher: Key Publishing Ltd

In 1955, the Vulcan B.Mk2 was proposed, and a new wing modification was designed to leverage the more powerful Olympus engines and the introduction of the Blue Steel stand-off missile. This innovative wing was known as the Phase 2C development. On July 10, 1956, Avro received a contract for an aerodynamic prototype, leading to the first prototype, VX777, taking its inaugural flight with the new wing on August 31, 1957. These significant changes to the B.Mk2's electrical systems, flying controls, and structure resulted from this development. Initially conceived as a high-altitude medium bomber, the Vulcan's low aspect wing and structure made it highly suitable for low-level operations, surpassing the high-aspect wings of its competitors, the Vickers Valliant and Handley Page Victor. This comprehensive volume delves into the development and history of the Vulcan B Mk2, providing a detailed account of this iconic aircraft's evolution.

Weight: 284g
Dimension: 168 x 243 x 8 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781802822687