With the end of the war the requirement for fighter aircraft using highly boosted engines came to an end. Cost of operation became more important than having a small advantage in certain situations. For example RAF Mustangs fitted with the V-1650-3 were limited to +15lbs boost and fighters...
I thought this may be of interest.
Power figures using 100/130 grade fuel.
Part of AIR 19/310
The figures for the Tempest VI are for the initial version "temperate" however most were modified to operate in tropical conditions and topped out at 440mph with a lower full throttle height.
Neil.
MiTasol
Is that this book? And is it worth buying? There are several copies for sale on line ranging from AU$40 delivered to AU$280 delivered
Definitely, as you can see :) The 1946 books and on are more informative.
Neil
Taking inspiration from Mustang Numbers
I think I may have posted this before, however, most of my history on this site has vanished.
Mustang numbers for example 801 MkIV and 470 MkIII for example.
AIR 20/2022
Neil.
Some Mustang examples of over boost,
Encounter Reports noting high boost obtained with 150 grade fuel
1st Lt. Raymond R. Flowers, 1 November 1944, 20th FG
"I closed steadily pulling over 70 inches."
1st Lt. James F. Hinchey, 14 November 1944, 353rd FG
"For fifteen minutes at 74" hg and...