Airfix Heinkel He111 P-2 1:72 Scale Part 12

First flying in 1935 when Germany was banned from building bombers under the Treaty of Versaille, the Heinkel He111 was first disguised as a fast transport plane. However, it's real purpose soon became clear when it was used as a bomber during the Spanish Civil War. The early variants proved to be capable fast bombers with small numbers being lost to enemy action. By the start of the Second World War the He111 had undergone some major changes, resulting in the P model. The engines were now more powerful Daimler Benz DB601 units, and there was an enlarged nose section housing the majority of the crew. This afforded them excellent visibility but made them very vulnerable. During the Battle of Britain, the P variant was being phased out, but it continued to serve in some numbers. Against modern RAF fighters, the He111 now suffered from a lack of speed and defensive armament. Before being switched to night duties, the He111 formed the backbone of the Luftwaffe's bomber force, but did suffer some heavy casualties. Specifications: Maximum Speed: 273mph Range: 1,429 miles Wingspan: 74ft 2in Length: 53ft 9.5in Armament: Up to 7 7.92mm machine guns plus 4,400lbs of bombs.