Equipment - PROPELLER, AIRCRAFT, pre WW2

Historical information

This will be for an Armstrong Siddeley Cheetah Engine. They were produced between 1935 - 1948.
For example they were used in AVRO ANSON AIRCRAFT.

Physical description

This propellor is crafted from eight layers of timber. The hub is round. It has eight holes for mounting bolts. The bolt holes are approx 13mm diameter. The two tips are aerofoil shape and squared off. Tip ends are 9.5 cm wide.
On both sides of the hub are segments cut out. Approx 20 cm wide and 5 cm high.

Inscriptions & markings

There is a brass plaque attached to the hub. Inscribed on it is; 'DWG No. 2 3931/7. D.7. 33'. P.6.95' CHEETAH X LH.

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