B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber

The Northrop B-2 Spirit was developed as an American long-range strategic bomber with a flying-wing form and low-observable characteristics. Internal weapons carriage and careful shaping were central to reducing radar signature. It later conducted conventional combat missions as well as supporting nuclear deterrence, showing the expansion of a Cold War strategic design into post-Cold War operations. A flying wing reduces some conventional aircraft features but creates demanding requirements for flight control, structure, and systems integration. The B-2’s history is therefore more than a story of radar invisibility, a phrase that overstates what low observability means. Its military value depends on planning, support, weapons, and the conditions of the mission as well as signature reduction.

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 2025, 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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