Turbo-Union was formed by Rolls-Royce, Fiat and MTU to manage the RB.199 engine program for the Panavia Tornado.

The Turbo Union RB.199 is an afterburning (augmented) turbofan. Light and compact, the RB.199 provides a high thrust-to-weight ratio with good fuel economy.

models

• RB.199-34R Mk 101: 16,000 lb (71.2 kN) afterburning thrust

specifications

• Turbofan
• 3-shaft
• fan: 3-stage
• compressors: 3-stage IP and 6-stage HP
• turbines: 1 stage HP and IP; 2-stage LP turbine
• mass flow: 155 lbs/sec
• pressure ratio: 23

used by

• Panavia Tornado