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Hawker Siddeley Harrier GR. 1 and Bedford MK
Hawker Siddeley Harrier GR.1 being pushed back into its hide by a Bedford MK 4-tonner, during a field deployment in Germany. (Pushing back a Harrier with an MK was particularly difficult, due to the high steering wheel loads, limited steering angles and the manual transmission, which could suffer form poor clutch reliability). Date: circa 1974
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© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
1974 Angles Bedford Clutch Deployment Difficult Form Harrier Hawker Hide Loads Manual Poor Pushed Pushing Reliability Siddeley Steering Suffer Transmission Wheel
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This print captures a moment in aviation history, showcasing the Hawker Siddeley Harrier GR.1 being pushed back into its hide by a Bedford MK 4-tonner during a field deployment in Germany circa 1974. The image highlights the challenges faced when pushing back a Harrier with an MK, including high steering wheel loads, limited steering angles, and poor clutch reliability in the manual transmission.
The juxtaposition of these two iconic aircrafts - the agile and versatile Harrier alongside the sturdy Bedford MK - offers a glimpse into the intricate logistics involved in military operations. The precision required to maneuver such powerful machines is evident in this snapshot from The Peter Butt Aviation Collection.
As we admire this piece of aviation history frozen in time, we are reminded of the dedication and skill of those who worked tirelessly to ensure that these aircraft were ready for action at a moment's notice. The legacy of the Hawker Siddeley Harrier GR.1 and Bedford MK lives on through images like this one, preserving their place in our collective memory as symbols of innovation and strength in flight.
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