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The two successful four-engine bombers were: 1. The Handley Page Halifax (entered service in 1941) 2. The AVRO Lancaster (entered since in 1942).

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How many B17 bombers were built in World War 2?

During World War II, a total of 12,731 B-17 bombers were built. The B-17, also known as the Flying Fortress, was produced in various models and played a crucial role in the U.S. Army Air Forces' strategic bombing campaign over Europe. Its durability and heavy armament made it one of the most iconic bombers of the war.


How many Lancaster bombers were built?

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Who designed Halifax bombers?

The Halifax bomber was designed by the British aircraft manufacturer Handley Page. It was developed during World War II and first flew in 1940. The aircraft was notable for its ability to carry heavy bomb loads and was used extensively by the Royal Air Force in various bombing campaigns. The design aimed to provide a robust and versatile heavy bomber to meet the needs of the war effort.


Why didn't the Germans develop a heavy bomber during world war 2?

The Germans were developing heavy bombers at the very end of the war, but they were not yet in production. Heavy bombers were never a priority to the Luftwaffe. At the start of the war, the German government and Luftwaffe priorities were focused on aircraft that could support the German Army, instead of engage in strategic warfare (strategic bombing). The German Luftwaffe's primary mission was to help the Army win land battles & campaigns. Later the priorities shifted to air defense of the skies over Germany.

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What two types of heavy bombers built by the British especially for night bombing?

The Lancaster and the Wellington


What types of airplanes were there in World War 2?

Fighters (Hellcats); Dive Bombers (Dauntless); Torpedo Bombers (Avengers); Medium Bombers (Mitchells); Heavy Bombers (Superfortress).


What were the heavy bombers built by the British for night bombings?

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How many Lancaster bombers were built?

A total of 7,377 Lancaster bombers were built during World War II. The aircraft, developed by Avro, served primarily with the Royal Air Force and became one of the most iconic heavy bombers of the war. Production of the Lancaster began in 1941 and continued until 1946, with the aircraft playing a significant role in various bombing campaigns, including the famous Dambuster raids.


B-52 bomber financing in World War 2?

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What size bombs did they use in world war 2?

at the start of the war only 25lb bombs were used, later 50lbs on fighter bombers in 1939, 100lbs bombs of light bombers such as the mosquito, 200lbs bombs on a mix of planes and later ww2 fighter bombers such as the tempest, 250lbs were used on a range of role, 500lbs on medium bombers, 1000lbs on heavy bombers, 2000lbs on heavy bombers, 8000lbs on the Lancaster, 12,000lb earthquake bombs on specially outfitted Lancaster, 22,000lb bombs on specially outfitted Lancaster


How big were World War 2 planes?

Most fighters were about 30 feet wingspan, medium bombers were 60-70 feet wingspan ,and heavy bombers were about 130 fee wingspan and 90 feet long.


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How many avro lancasters were built?

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