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Old 08-10-2012, 01:56 PM
KG26_Alpha KG26_Alpha is offline
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Default Size Matters

He111 wings are huge with 2 steel spars running through them.

Compared to the Blehiems wing which is thinner and weaker.

Blenhiem wing with control surfaces



So comparing bombers, as has been done in this thread, you need to remember the difference in size and strength.

HE111 wings without control surfaces.



They could take a lot of punishment.


Last edited by KG26_Alpha; 08-10-2012 at 02:12 PM.
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