Bucker Bu 133 'Jungmeister', Duxford 2010 ©Nigel Key
ROLE
Advanced Trainer.
FIRST FLIGHT
1935.
The Bü 133 ‘Jungmeister’ is a development of the Bü 131 ‘Jungmann’ manufactured by Bücker -Flugzeugbau GmbH.
The Bü 133 is constructed from tubular steel and wood covered with fabric and was slightly smaller than the Bü 131.
The prototype, D-EVEO, was powered by a 140 hp Hirth HM506 inline engine and had its first public appearance at the 1936 International Aerobatic Championship, though no orders were forthcoming.
The engine was changed to a Siemens-Brambo SH 14A radial engine, producing 160 hp with a distinctive cowling. The fuselage was reduced in length by 5 inches and the aircraft designated Bü 133C.
The Bü 133 ‘Jungmeister’ proved to be very agile and was used in many aerobatic competitions.
PRODUCTION
The Bucker Bü 133 'Jungmeister' was produced from 1935, with approx. 250 built.
ENGINE
Siemens SH 14a-4, producing 160 hp.
ARMAMENT
None
After racking up numerous international aerobatic competition victories the Bü 133 ‘Jungmeister’ was adopted by the Luftwaffe in 1938 as it’s standard advance trainer.
The Bü 133 ‘Jungmeister’ remained competitive in international aerobatic competition until the 1960’s.
Crew - 1 |
Wing Type - Bi-plane |
Length - 19ft 8in (6.0m) |
Wingspan - 21ft 8in (6.6m) |
Height - 7ft 2.5in (2.2m) |
Empty Weight - 937lb (425kg) |
Max. Weight - 1,290lb (585kg) |
Max. Speed - 137mph (220km/h) |
Range - 311miles (500km) |