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What was the difference between a Spitfire and a Hurricane?
Both aircraft are the same height, with the Hurricane being only mildly longer and wider. The Spitfire is noticeably faster than the Hurricane, although, sacrifices range for speed. On top of this, the Spitfire has a slightly higher service ceiling, although, this doesn’t make much of a difference.
Was the Hurricane or Spitfire better?
For attacking formations of bombers, the Hurricane offered better visibility and much greater steadiness for shooting. The Spitfire was a slightly higher performance airplane-faster, a better rate of climb, and much more responsive to the controls, according to StanfordTuck.
Did the Spitfire won the war?
The Spitfire, renowned for winning victory laurels in the Battle of Britain (1940–41) along with the Hawker Hurricane, served in every theatre of the war and was produced in more variants than any other British aircraft.
Why were the hurricane and Spitfire so popular in WW2?
Both prior and during WWII, the Hurricane and Spitfire were immensely successful aircraft. Due to the changing nature of German aircraft, the RAF ordered several variants of the Hurricane and Spitfire to be built. As such, there are several variants of both aircraft that were used throughout the war.
How did the British use Hurricanes in WW1?
During the Battle of Britain, British and allied forces used Hurricanes as interceptor aircraft against German bombers, with Spitfires taking on Bf.109s. Following the Battle of Britain, the Hurricanes would be dispatched all over Europe and North Africa.
Why are there different variants of the Hawker Hurricane?
Due to the changing nature of German aircraft, the RAF ordered several variants of the Hurricane and Spitfire to be built. As such, there are several variants of both aircraft that were used throughout the war. The most common variant of the Hawker Hurricane is the Hawker Hurricane MK IIC.
How many Spitfires and Hurricanes were built?
Eventually, 14,000 Hurricanes would be built and 22,000 Spitfires (including Royal Navy Seafires).