(159).jpg May 2026

(159).jpg May 2026

The Bristol Type 159 was a four-engined heavy bomber designed to meet the British Air Ministry's . It is often nicknamed the "Beaubomber" because it was essentially a significantly upscaled version of the successful Bristol Beaufort.

: The initial design called for Bristol Hercules engines, though the Rolls-Royce Griffon was considered a potential future substitute. (159).jpg

You can find more technical discussions and original design drawings on the Secret Projects Forum . The Bristol Type 159 was a four-engined heavy

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