From WAPJ Volume 30:
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Batch 1 (used by training and trials only): Mk101 downrated to 8093 lbs as they regularly flew clean.
Batch 2: RAF went with Mk101 downrated from 8992 lbs to 8700 lbs (original ratings said to be 8090 and 15950 lbs – probably refers to Batch 1)
Batch 3: Mk101 – later fitted with Mk103.
Batch 4 on: Mk103 rated at 9650 and 16900 lbs
German ECR had Mk105 (with ‘10%’ additional thrust). German Tornado a/c were fitted with digital engine controls from late 1980s (also deliveres as such as Batch 5 a/c).
Mk103B was proposed for Tornado GR4 – 16076 lbs and 12% lower running costs
WAPJ 31
ADV prototypes and F2 had MK103 engines, rated at 9656 and 16920 lbs
F3 had digitally controlled Mk104 with 10% increase in thrust. Given as 9105 and 16523 lbs (less than Mk103?)
F3 deploying to Saudi Arabia in 1990 were given a Combat Boost (5% due to increased engine temperatures).
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