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Heinkel He 45

Military
Heinkel He 45

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The He 45 light bomber of 1931 delivered combat capability in a compact, single-engine package. Its two-crew configuration supported pilot and bombardier, while 11.5-metre span and 290 km/h speed suited tactical bombing and harassment roles. The 1200-kilometre range enabled extended operations across contested territory.

Specifications

Role
Light bomber
Crew
2
Engines
1
First flight
1931
Length
10.6 m
Wingspan
11.5 m
Max speed
290 km/h
Range
1,200 km