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WW2 propeller recovered by local fishermen. Thought to be from a Rolls Royce Merlin engine. There is no more information on the location found, though it is likely to be from local waters. The photograph is taken looking forward on the plane. The propeller is tilted and the engine crankshaft would be connected to the top right of the reduction gear in the picture. The specific ... Cat1 Museum-->Artefacts and Contents Cat2 War-->World War 2

WW2 propeller recovered by local fishermen. Thought to be from a Rolls Royce Merlin engine. There is no more information on the location found, though it is likely to be from local waters.
The photograph is taken looking forward on the plane. The propeller is tilted and the engine crankshaft would be connected to the top right of the reduction gear in the picture.

The specific model of Merlin has not been identified but the gear ratio on the reduction gear will provide some clues. Merlins were fitted to Spitfire, Hurricane, Mosquito, Halifax, Lancaster, Mustang and more.


Date: 15 June 2022      

Photo: Mersea Museum
Image ID PRP_001_004
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