I think Terry has nailed it as a type 3 Mk 3 (Vampire T11), which is what the owner had tentatively been advised. Therefore i dont think its going to suit my needs.

But thanks for the help guys.

ps.. if anyones interested its this item

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/140736829038?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

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Woo hoo.. brilliant news. Keeping my fingers crossed that you’ll come through the next 48 hrs safely mate.

Thought I’d register and pop by to say thanks for posting this to Wyvernfan and thanks to those that have taken the time to read the article and post replies.

Hello Ian, and yes welcome to the forum. It was only by chance that i stumbled across your story.. but i i became so engrossed in reading it i couldn’t stop.
It is such an amazing account of your experience, so thank you for taking the time to write it, and share what most of us especially myself have little or no knowledge about!

Interesting anecdote Resmoroh, thanks.

In hindsight i do wonder if the MOD actually saved money and made the right decision by retiring the Belfast fleet early, then using the exact same aircraft again but paying Heavylift to tackle loads or logistics beyond the capabilities of the C-130?!

Also here’s a very interesting Belfast film about 9 mins long. Impressive load going inside one too. Don’t worry about the music at the begining, it soon stops.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiI0LhFiCaQ

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