U-2/Po-2VS WWII Soviet Light Night Bomber
One of the most numerous and famous aircraft in the world aviation history was the Polikarpov U-2. It was designed as basic training aircraft. The maiden flight was in June 1927. Since early 30s U-2 became the real “flying deck” for thousands of Soviet pilots.
During WWII U-2 got the weapon. These planes named U-2VS were successfully used as light night bombers (in particular with female crews).
In 1944 after N.N. Polikarpov death the plane was renamed to Po-2.
Vier uitvoeren mogelijk;
- U-2VS of the 213rd NBAD ( Night Bomber Air Division ), Summer 1943.
- U-2VS, Winter 1942 - 1943.
- Po-2VS of the 46th Tamansky GvNBAP, Spring 1945.
- Po-2VS of the 2nd Polish NBAP Krakow, Lublin area, Summer 1944.
Afmetingen;
- Lang; 113mm.
- Spanwijdte; 159mm.
Aantal onderdelen; 104.
Model-details:
- Highly detailed engine, armament and cockpit interior
Model master verf kleur mr.'s; 1562 / 1567 / 1712 / 1723 / 1728 / 1736 / 1749 / 1768 / 1780 / 1795.