The Wellington that made its maiden flight in 1936 was the most successful twin-engined RAF bomber in World War II. In the initial phase of the war in particular it bore the main burden of night attacks, but due to mounting losses, it was then superseded by the more powerful 4 engined bombers from October 1943 onwards. The main production model made for RAF Bomber Command was the Mk X version, of which 3,804 examples were built. This version was also used in South-East Asia until 1944. The Wellington GR. Mk XIV, equipped with a modified nose and effective radar system, was used by RAF Coastal Command for maritime attacks and reconnaissance missions.Popularly known by the nickname Wimpey , the Wellington was the most successful RAF twin-engine bomber of the Second World War. They bore the brunt of night missions, particularly during the initial phase of the war but due to increasing losses were replaced by the more powerful four-engined bombers from October 1943 onwards. More than 400 Wellington Mk.II bombers were fitted with the more powerful Merlin engine. A total of 21 Squadrons were equipped with the Wellington nearly 600 participated in the big raid on Cologne.
- Structured surfaces
- Detailed cockpit
- Detailed undercarriage
- Undercarriage bays with many details
- Rotating propeller
- Rear MG turret with 4 MG's
- Twin nose turret for the Mk.II version
- Antennas
- Authentic decal set for following versions:
- Wellington Mk.II, No. 104 Squadron, Royal Air Force, Driffield, England, August 1941
- Wellington Mk.II, No. 405 Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Force, Pocklington, England, August 1941
Main Colours 82 68 9 15 75
Additional Colours 8 99 77 48 91 84 37 330 360