Heinkel He 177 Greif (Griffin) Heavy Bomber 1944 1:144 Scale Model By Atlas Editions

Bombers of World War II Collection Realistic Collectible Model Diecast & Plastic parts Highly detailed, propellers do not turn Stand included Minor assembly of landing gear required, can be shown “in flight” but no wheel well covers. Measures 5.5” L x 8.5” Wingspan Display model, recommended for adult hobbyists and collectors.   The Heinkel He 177 Greif (Griffin) was a long-range heavy bomber flown by the Luftwaffe during World War II. The He 177 was the only operational long-range heavy bomber available to the Luftwaffe during the war years that had a payload/range capability similar to the four-engined heavy bombers flown by the USAAF and RAF in the European theatre; it had higher cruising and maximum speeds. Designed to a 1936 requirement known as Bomber A, the aircraft was originally intended to be a purely strategic bomber intended to support a long-term bombing campaign against Soviet industry in the Urals. In spite of its large, 30 metres (98 ft) wingspan, the design