Avro Manchester - Variants

Variants

Manchester L7246

First prototype originally with twin tail. Due to lack of directional stability, it had a third fin added.

Manchester I

First production version with twin tail and additional central fin added; 20 of this type were built.

Manchester IA

Main production version with twin tail with enlarged tailplane. It also had taller fins and rudders.

Manchester II

Projected version re-engined with a pair of Napier Sabre or Bristol Centaurus engines. None built.

Manchester III BT308

This version was powered by four Merlin engines with increased wingspan; also, the three fins and rudders of the Manchester I were retained. This variant was the first prototype of the later Avro Lancaster.