Granville Gee Bee R2 / Z

Meet Granville Gee Bee R2 / Z

Granville Brothers created the Gee Bee racers for a specialised purpose: speed competition. The Model R's proportions make that focus visible, with a large engine cowling, small wings and a cockpit set far aft. Gee Bee is derived from the initials of Granville Brothers.

The Model Z, R-1 and R-2 are related racing aircraft, not alternate names for an identical airframe. A museum replica can also differ from an original racer. These distinctions belong in captions and simulator model labels, especially for such a visually memorable family.

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