58,00 € 55,10 € Ajouter au panier | ILYUSHIN - IL-2/IL-10 Par GORDON YEFIM - KOMMISSAROV S. & D. This is the definitive history of the Ilyushin Il-2 Sturmovik which provides detailed coverage on every aspect of this famous warplane. This is perhaps the most famous aircraft in the history of Russian and Soviet aviation. During World War 2 this rugged ground attack aircraft was arguably the Soviets most effective weapon. Protected by its heavy armour, the low-flying aircraft was incredibly difficult to shoot down and its powerful array of weaponry included a cannon, machine guns, rockets and special HEAT anti-tank bombs. It was capable of penetrating the armour of every German tank in the field at the time, including the Panther and Tiger tanks as well as reaping destruction among the ranks of enemy infantry on the ground. The Il-2 was so successful that the design was produced in greater numbers than any other military aircraft in history with over 40.000 being built between 1941 and 1955. In this impressive new book, accomplished aviation author Yefim Gordon applies the successful Famous aft series formula to this mainstay of Soviet air forces in World War 2 making this the most comprehensive book available on the subject. With detailed coverage of both its development and service career and an unmatchable wealth of illustration, this is the perfect volume for anyone wishing to learn more about this important warplane. Aviation modellers will delight in the vast amount of previously unpublished photographs and unique colour profiles illustrating the variations in the aircraft such as modifications from dual to single seater and back as well as images of rare unit insignia. This is one not to be missed! Texte en anglais
430 pages
Format : 22.50 X 29
800 photos |
