Dornier Do-16

The Dornier Do 16 was the military-service designation applied to examples of the Dornier Wal flying-boat family. The Wal’s tandem engine arrangement above the wing and its characteristic hull stabilizing sponsons made it a recognizable interwar design. It served civil, exploration, and military operators in different versions. By the Second World War, it represented an older generation of maritime aviation rather than a newly introduced combat flying boat. The Wal family’s international service included civil aviation and famous long-distance journeys. That background helps explain its maritime utility but does not give every military Do16 the same individual record. The flying-boat hull allowed operation from water without a conventional runway.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1936, Global Empires, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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