Firing up a massive Bristol Hercules double row, fourteen cylinder, sleeve valve radial engine to the delight of the gathered crowd. This model of the Hercules displaced 2,360 cubic inches (38.7 L) with a cylinder bore of 5 3/4 inches and a piston stroke of 6 1/2 inches. Horsepower is stated as 1650hp at takeoff settings. Weighing in at just under a ton dry, it presents an impressive power to weight ratio for it's era. Despite the relative complexity of the sleeve valve design compared to conventional two valve pushrod radials of the day, the Hercules engines enjoyed a reputation for reliability and longevity. Filmed at the Bomber Command Museum of Canada, Nanton, Alberta.


Song: Brave Willing
Artist: Dolce Triade
Album: ラストエグザイル O.S.T.1