Celebrating 100 years of Bristol engines

Today marks 100 years since the formation of the Engine Department of the Bristol Aeroplane Company. To celebrate this special centenary, Aerospace Bristol is pleased to host a temporary exhibition, prepared by Rolls-Royce Heritage Trust.

Three engines - a Bristol Jupiter, Hercules and Eurojet EJ200 - are on display in the museum admissions area, ready for visitors to view from this Saturday 1st August, when Aerospace Bristol reopens.

The engines are from Rolls-Royce, and represent the many engines designed, developed and produced at Patchway over the last 100 years.

Bristol Jupiter piston radial engine: A promising prototype at the time the Engine Division was formed in 1920, the Jupiter went on to become the most successful aero-engine of its time. — **Bristol Jupiter piston radial engine:** A promising prototype at the time the Engine Division was formed in 1920, the Jupiter went on to become the most successful aero-engine of its time.

Bristol Hercules radial engine: With over 65,000 built, Roy Fedden's 14-cylinder Hercules was Bristol's biggest contribution to victory in World War II. — **Bristol Hercules radial engine:** With over 65,000 built, Roy Fedden's 14-cylinder Hercules was Bristol's biggest contribution to victory in World War II.

Eurojet EJ200: The EJ200 powers the RAF's multi-role Typhoon aircraft. — **Eurojet EJ200:** The EJ200 powers the RAF's multi-role Typhoon aircraft.

Bristol Aero CollectionJuly 29, 2020