Vickers VC10 Super
British Aircraft Corporation
About
The Vickers Super VC10 (Type 1151) is the ultimate development of the VC10 featuring a 3.9-meter fuselage stretch and numerous improvements. Introduced in 1965, it could accommodate 139 passengers in two-class configuration or up to 174 in all-economy layout. The Super VC10 featured a larger wing for improved range, more powerful Rolls-Royce Conway RCo.43 engines (22,500 lbf each), and an additional fuel tank in the fin raising total capacity to 88,032 liters. These enhancements provided significantly increased range and payload capabilities. Popular with BOAC and East African Airways, the Super VC10 represented the pinnacle of British long-haul jet airliner design in the 1960s. Despite its excellent performance and passenger appeal, only 17 Super VC10s were built for commercial service. Many later served with the RAF.
Weightscompared to Airbus A380-800
Capacitycompared to Airbus A380-800
Passenger Capacity
20% of A380 maximum capacity
Crew
Dimensions
Length
Wingspan
Height
Wing Area
Catalog Price
Base List Price
$6.4M USD
1966 catalog price
Note: Actual prices vary based on configuration, options, and negotiations. This represents the manufacturer's base catalog price.
Engine Specifications
Engine Count
4×
Engine Model
Rolls-Royce Conway RCo.43
Thrust per Engine
100.1 kN(22503 lbf)
Fuel & Cargo
Fuel Capacity
88,032 L
Cargo Volume
28.5 m³
Production & History
Total Produced
17
Production Status
Out of production
Manufacturing Period
1964–1969
First Flight
May 7, 1964
Entered Service
April 1, 1965
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