The Gloster Gladiator is a British single seat biplane fighter aircraft developed in the 1930s and used by the Royal Air Force and other air arms during the early years of the Second World War. Discover Gloster Gladiator aircraft for sale worldwide on AvPay. Browse active Gloster Gladiator listings and find available aircraft across the USA, North America, UK, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and South America. Connect directly with aircraft brokers, private sellers, warbird specialists, collectors and aviation organisations. Explore the full inventory of aircraft for sale on AvPay here!
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Interesting facts about the Gloster Gladiator
✈ The Gloster Gladiator was a British single seat fighter biplane developed by Gloster Aircraft Company in the early 1930s as one of the last biplane fighters used by the Royal Air Force.
✈ It was powered by a single Bristol Mercury air cooled radial piston engine driving a two bladed fixed pitch metal propeller.
✈ The Gladiator entered RAF service in 1937 and served during the early years of the Second World War including operations in France, Norway and the Mediterranean.
✈ The aircraft featured an enclosed cockpit which marked a step forward from earlier open cockpit RAF fighters.
✈ It carried four .303 inch machine guns, two mounted in the fuselage and two in the lower wings.
✈ Sea Gladiator variants operated from aircraft carriers and were fitted with arrestor hooks for naval use.
✈ A small number of Gladiators gained fame during the defence of Malta in 1940 where they became symbolic of early resistance in the Mediterranean theatre.
✈ Surviving examples today are rare and typically owned by collectors or museums, with airworthy aircraft requiring specialist maintenance and careful parts sourcing.
Model Variants for buyers to consider when purchasing a Gloster Gladiator
The Gloster Gladiator was produced in several recognised variants. The Gladiator Mk I introduced the type into RAF service with a Bristol Mercury IX engine and two bladed propeller. The improved Gladiator Mk II featured a more powerful Mercury VIIIAS engine and minor equipment changes which enhanced high altitude performance. Navalised Sea Gladiator versions were adapted for Fleet Air Arm service with arrestor hooks and catapult spools for carrier operations. Export models were also built for countries including Sweden, Norway and China, often with locally specified equipment. For buyers today these differences affect historical authenticity, restoration complexity and potential operating limitations depending on original configuration.
Gloster Gladiator Specifications
Information provided here is as a guide only. This information should not be used for flight planning or other aircraft operations. Aircraft model variations, custom specifications, modifications, upgrades and age will have a considerable impact on the details listed below. Please check with the seller, manufacturer or aviation authority for the precise aircraft specifications.
Length: 8.36 m (27 ft 5 in)
Wingspan: 9.83 m (32 ft 3 in)
Height: 3.58 m (11 ft 9 in)
Empty Weight: 1,459 kg (3,217 lb)
Max Take Off Weight (MTOW): 2,084 kg (4,594 lb)
Cruise Speed: 340 km/h (210 mph, 180 kn)
Service Ceiling: 10,000 m (32,800 ft)
Rate of Climb: 12 m/s (2,300 ft/min)
FAQs About the Gloster Gladiator
How much does a Gloster Gladiator cost?
Verified public sale data for airworthy Gloster Gladiators is limited due to rarity. As of the early 2020s restored examples offered privately have typically been marketed in the multi million US Dollar range depending on provenance and airworthiness status.
Is the Gloster Gladiator a single seat aircraft?
Yes. The Gloster Gladiator was designed as a single seat fighter with one pilot position under an enclosed canopy.
What engine does the Gloster Gladiator use?
The aircraft uses a single Bristol Mercury air cooled radial piston engine, with different marks using specific Mercury variants.
Was the Gloster Gladiator used in combat?
Yes. It saw operational service with the Royal Air Force and other air arms during the late 1930s and early years of the Second World War.
Are Gloster Gladiators still flying today?
A small number of restored examples remain airworthy in private collections and museums, though most surviving aircraft are preserved for static display.
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