Rolls-Royce/Snecma Olympus 593
The Rolls-Royce/Snecma Olympus 593 was a reheated version of the Olympus which powered the supersonic airliner Concorde. The Olympus 593 project was started in 1964, using the TSR2's Olympus Mk 320 as a basis for development. BSEL and Snecma Moteurs of France were to share the project. Acquiring BSEL in 1966, Rolls-Royce continued as the British partner.
- 593D D = 'development'. Formerly Olympus 593. 28,100 lbf (125 kN) thrust.
- 593B B = 'big'. Flight test and prototype aircraft. 34,370 lbf (152.9 kN) thrust with reheat.
- 593-602 Production. Annular combustion chamber to reduce smoke
- 593-610 Last production. 38,075 lbf (169.37 kN) thrust with reheat.
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