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Junkers JU 290


Used as a long range recon and also as a bomber it adapted well to its roles and was a very good aircraft to fly. Most were used as transports.

            

Type: Long Range Transport and Reconnaissance Bomber

Engine:
Engine:4
BMW 801E 14-Cylinder Radial
1,970hp

Dimensions:
Wing span: 42.00m (137 ft. 9½ in.)
Length: 92 ft 1 in. to 97 ft 9 in.
Height: 6.83m (22 ft. 4¾ in.)

Weight:
50,500kg (111,332 lbs.)

Performance:
 Speed: 440km/h (273 mph)
 Range: 3,700 Miles (5950 km)

Armament:
Five 20mm MG 151
Six 13mm MG 131