Junkers Ju 288
Military
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The Junkers Ju 288 medium bomber of 1940 delivered twin-engine bombing capability with extended range. Its four-crew configuration separated pilot, co-pilot, bombardier, and gunner roles, while 22.7-metre span and 655 km/h speed enabled effective tactical operations. The 2600-kilometre range supported sustained bombing campaigns.
Specifications
- Role
- Medium bomber
- Origin
- Germany
- Crew
- 4
- Engines
- 2
- First flight
- 1940
- Length
- 18.1 m
- Wingspan
- 22.7 m
- Max speed
- 655 km/h
- Range
- 2,600 km