TSR2
The TSR2 had a chequered history. Born from an Operational
Requirement for a tactical strike and reconnaissance aircraft able to fly at
transonic speeds very close to the ground, it was designed to provide a
tactical nuclear strike capability for the RAF and would have replaced the
Four prototypes were built, but only one (XR219) had flown when the project was cancelled in 1965.
The single prototype that had flown (XR219) ended up along with one other (XR221) as gunnery target at Shoeburyness, assessing the damage absorbed by modern airframes. All jig, production tools and parts were ordered to be destroyed.
Fortunately two prototypes survived and are on view at the
I first saw this model fly at a model show at Plumpton Park race course in the mid 80’s, some years later I was informed that I could get plans from RCM&E of which I obtained, now again some years later the model is now completed with some modifications from the original plan.
B.A.C. TSR2.
Plan: RCM&E No RC1552.
Designed by Jeremy Collins.
Fitted: Onboard battery Sanyo 4.8v / 1100ma.
Futaba receiver.
3 off Futaba Servo’s.
MDS 38, 2 stroke motor (plans say 25) should go ballistic.
11oz Slec tank (plans say 4oz).
Removed ailerons from wing and incorporated into elevator, (elevons).
Did not take the option of fitting permanent undercarriage would not look right in flight, made up dolly for take-off instead.
Not flown yet,
Should be interesting on maiden flight, will take a packet of strong mints and bicycle clips.
Richard Elson.
