H-8 Catapult
History
The H 8 was the hydraulic catapult used postwar, from roughly 1950 onwards. It was of higher capacity, replacing the wartime H 4B aboard modernised carriers. It had a capacity of 15000 pounds at 120 mph or 762500 pounds at 70 mph (61 knots). It presented the practical upper limit of hydro-pneumatic catapult design.
Used on
- CVA-34 Oriskany
- SCB-27A refit on Essex class
Affiliated systems
Part description
The part shows the top view of the component. As these were recessed in the deck, they are not visible in the sideview.
