Junkers Ju-88 A-17 Torpedo

The Ju 88A-17 adapted the versatile Junkers twin-engine bomber family for torpedo attack. Such aircraft carried weapons suited to attacking shipping and required crews trained for maritime navigation and low-level approach profiles. The variant belongs to the Luftwaffe’s wartime effort against Allied sea communications, rather than being interchangeable with every level-bombing Ju 88. Torpedo operations placed particular demands on altitude, speed, and the approach to a moving target. These requirements shaped crew training and equipment differently from bombing a fixed land objective from a conventional formation. Torpedo attacks required specialized training and a suitable approach to the target, exposing aircraft to defensive fire from ships and escorting fighters.

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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