HEINKEL HE-111. SKALA 1/72

1:72 Heinkel He 111H - Battle of Britain 80th Anniversary

The medium range bomber the Heinkel He-111 formed the backbone of the Luftwaffe bomber squadrons during the early stages of the Second World War.

It was twin-engined like many other aircraft of the period, but was also an innovative aircraft in its use of all metal frames. Largely due to its two Jumo 211 engines it was able to reach a maximum speed of 440 km / h and could carry up to 2,000 kg of bombs in its internal loading bay. Easy to identify due to the distinctive fully glazed nose and the wing and rudders profiles, the He-111 was extensively used during the Battle of Britain in 1940.

It’s key role was daytime and nighttime bombing raids on major cities and industrial areas. During the conflict it was constantly improved and upgraded but had become obsolete by the conclusion of the war.