OTHER POST WAR AVRO 504 VARIANTS

AVRO 536
(Monochrome Photograph - G-EAFB.)

With the advent of Joy-Riding in 1919 and the need to carry as many passengers as possible on each flight Avro created the 536, a version of the 504K that was widened by 6 inches (150 mm) and enabled 4 seats to be fitted in the rear cockpit. These aircraft could be fitted with either wheels or floats as required. The aeroplane shown belonged to the Eastbourne Aviation Co.


AVRO 548
(Monochrome Photograph - G-EAFP/RO.)

The Avro 548 was converted from a standard 504K by fitting an 80 hp (60 kW) Renault air-cooled V-8. Though it was less powerful, this engine had the advantage of improved reliability. In common with the standard 504K, the controls were removed from the rear cockpit
and two seats were fitted for passengers. This machine was operated by Giro Aviation from Southport Sands in the early 1930's


AVRO 551 & 552
(Monochrome Photograph - E-3.)

The Avro 551 was a standard 504K trainer fitted with the reliable 180 hp (135 kW) Hispano-Suiza water cooled V-8 engine. This version was probably built to prove the engine installation, as it was immediately
followed by the 552 twin float machine intended for over-water patrol work. In this role, it was very successful as it was sold to Bulgaria, Canada and, as seen here, to Argentina, for training flying boat pilots.