Rolls-Royce Merlin

The Rolls-Royce Merlin is a V12 liquid-cooled aircraft engine designed and produced by the famous Rolls-Royce company, then used by the British Republican Air Force during World War II. Renowned for its exceptional performance, the Merlin powered numerous aircraft during World War II, including the Supermarine Spitfire and Hawker Hurricane, as well as the North American P-51 Mustang. With power outputs ranging from around 1,030 to 2,050 horsepower, the Merlin was known for its reliability, adaptability, and sheer power. Its advanced supercharging technology allowed for optimal performance at high altitudes, critical for air combat, and vital for bomber escorts such as the aforementioned P-51 Mustang. It continues to be an example of British engineering at its finest, and many "Merlin" engines are retrofit on older airframes to give them new life, particularly within Oceanyka.