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Douglas B-18 Bolo

Military
Douglas B-18 Bolo

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The Douglas B-18 Bolo first flew in 1935 as a twin-engine American medium bomber. With 348 km/h speed and 27.3-meter wingspan, it carried bombs for tactical bombing missions. Though superseded by faster designs, it served the early USAAF expansion.

Specifications

Role
Medium bomber
Engines
2
First flight
1935
Length
17.6 m
Wingspan
27.3 m
Max speed
348 km/h