U.K. Bristol Beaufort Tactical Bomber

The Bristol Beaufort was a British twin-engine torpedo bomber also used for reconnaissance and bombing. It served with Coastal Command and other forces, while Australian production created a major regional version.

The Beaufort developed from the Blenheim design background but received a larger fuselage and arrangements suited to a torpedo-carrying crew. It fought in European and Mediterranean waters, while Australian-built examples supported operations in the southwest Pacific. Different production lines used different engines, complicating any single specification for the family. Mine-laying and conventional bombing also formed part of its service. The aircraft thus linked maritime reconnaissance, torpedo warfare, and industrial production in two distant Allied countries.

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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