Airfix Armstrong Whitworth Whitley Mk.V Diorama Version Part 12

The Armstrong Whitworth Whitley was one of three twin engine RAF medium bombers in service at the outbreak of the Second World War. A vital part of Bomber Command until the introduction of the four engine heavy bombers, the Whitley took part in the first RAF bombing raid on German territory, and also performed leaflet dropping sorties in the early days of the war. Always intended for night time operations, the Whitley was a slow machine with docile handling characteristics but with a ceiling of just 15,000 feet with a full bomb load, it was still vulnerable. After its retirement from frontline bombing duties, many served with the RAFs Coastal Command or as a glider tug and transport machine. An often overlooked and forgotten aircraft, Whitleys nonetheless flew nearly 9,000 sorties with Bomber Command and played an important role in the early stages of the RAF's night bombing offensive. Specifications: Maximum Speed: 230mph Range: 1,430 miles Wingspan: 84ft 0in Length: 70ft 6in Armament: 5 x .303in machine guns and up to 7,000lbs of bombs. For the unboxing video, click on the link below.    • 260319_GMP-产品内高密复杂关卡01+le60s_en_AG_1920x10...