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The Ju-87 is the quintessential German WWII aircraft. The Stuka, which is short for Sturzkampfflugzeug (dive bomber),served with distinction in almost every theatre. It was one of the keys to the early victories of the Wehrmact in Poland, France, the Low countries and around the mediterranean.
In the Blitzkreig of Poland in 1939 and the early 1940's offensive operations, it acted as mobile artillery ahead of the wehrmact's fast moving armoured troops. With its screaming dive siren, the stuka spread fear amongst troops on the recieving end of its attacks. The aircraft's lines were quite unique with inverted gull like wings and an angular and aggressive appearing fuselage.
Almost 6000 were produced, and they were used from North Africa to the coasts of England, and from Norway to the Russian steppes. They also saw service during the Spanish Revolution.
Specification :
Wing span: 80"
Length: 67"
Flying Weight: 14 lbs approx.
5 Channels, 9 servos
Engine: 1.80 Four stroke or equivalent
Wing loading: 34.2 oz/sq. ft
Wing Area: 6.5 sq. ft
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