The Airspeed Horsa I glider had a maximum take-off weight of I5,500lbs. With the Horsa II this rose to I5,750lbs. However, in all operations with the prospect of no immediate resupply, the troops would attempt to carry as much ammunition as possible. The Horsa I was 67ft long and the II 11in longer. The Horsa II had a hinged nose for direct loading of vehicles and guns.






Horsa I Glider

Crew: 2

Capacity: 25 troops

Wing area: 1,104ft

Empty weight: 8,370lbs

Loaded weight: 15,500lbs

Maximum speed: 150mph on tow; 100mph gliding