COBI Junkers JU-88: Set #5733

The Junkers Ju 88 was a German World War II Luftwaffe twin-engine multirole aircraft, designed by Junkers Flugzeug- und Motorenwerke in the mid-1930s. Initially envisioned as a Schnell bomber (fast bomber), its versatility allowed it to serve in various roles, including dive bomber, level bomber, night fighter, reconnaissance aircraft, and even a flying bomb late in the war. Here’s a concise overview based on available information:

Key Specifications: Crew: 4 (pilot, bombardier, radio operator/rear gunner, ventral gunner) Engines: Two Junkers Jumo 211 series (typically 1,340 hp each in later models) Max Speed: ~317 mph (510 km/h) at 17,390 ft (5,300 m) Range: ~1,696 miles (2,730 km) with max fuel. Wingspan: 65 ft 7.5 in (20 m) Length: 47 ft 2 in (14.4 m) Armament: Up to 6 machine guns (e.g., 7.92 mm MG 81) for defensive roles. Bomb load up to 3,000 kg (6,614 lb), typically 1,800 kg (4,000 lb) for internal and external racks. First Flight: December 21, 1936Service Entry: 1939

Pieces: 11601 figure Age: 7+PAD PRINTED Dimensions (inches): 18” long, 5.9”