{"product_id":"53029-stratus-58426-polish-wings-no-26-petlyakov-pe-2-amp-upe-2-tupolev-usb","title":"Stratus 58426 Polish Wings No. 26 Petlyakov Pe-2 \u0026amp; UPe-2 Tupolev USB","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n  \n    \u003ch2\u003eStratus 58426 Polish Wings No. 26 Petlyakov Pe-2 \u0026amp; UPe-2 Tupolev USB – Monograph of Soviet Bombers in Polish Service\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eStratus 58426 Polish Wings No. 26\u003c\/strong\u003e is a unique A4-format book publication, comprising 80 full-color pages, and part of the renowned \u003cem\u003ePolish Wings\u003c\/em\u003e series. This is a must-have title for both model aircraft enthusiasts and military aviation history buffs. The book focuses on the detailed history of the \u003cstrong\u003ePetlyakov Pe-2, UPe-2\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eTupolev USB\u003c\/strong\u003e aircraft operated by the Polish Air Force.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modeler's book, aircraft monograph\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat and volume:\u003c\/strong\u003e A4 format, 80 pages in full color\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtras:\u003c\/strong\u003e Color insert in Polish, over 120 unique archival photographs, nearly 30 color plates presenting camouflage and insignia of the aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage of publication:\u003c\/strong\u003e English with a Polish insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality coated paper, colorful illustrations enhancing the educational and visual value of the publication\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Second World War and the late 1930s\/pre-war period\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountries of use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soviet Union (USSR), Poland\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eHistorical description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      The \u003cem\u003ePetlyakov Pe-2\u003c\/em\u003e, widely regarded as one of the best Soviet dive bombers of World War II, played a key role as a bomber, heavy fighter, night fighter, and reconnaissance aircraft. The \u003cem\u003eUPe-2\u003c\/em\u003e training version was less common and designed for advanced bomber crew training. The \u003cem\u003eTupolev SB\/USB\u003c\/em\u003e, which first flew in 1934, was considered the world's most important bomber at the turn of the 1930s, achieving success both in the USSR and in the Polish Air Force during the September Campaign and immediately after the war.\u003cbr\u003e\n      The publication presents unique archival materials: photographs, technical drawings, and color profiles of examples used on the Eastern Front and in post-war conditions. It provides detailed depictions of camouflage, identifying markings, as well as explanations of operational stencils.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eRecommended for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      This book is a great resource for aircraft modelers of all skill levels (difficulty level: 1) seeking inspiration and reliable information about authentic camouflage and construction details of Soviet bombers used in Polish service. It will also be appreciated by collectors and researchers of 20th-century military aviation history.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eWhy it is worth it:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      Stratus 58426 publication stands out with a wealth of illustrations, precise content, and unique archival materials, making it perfect for building plastic, resin, and paper models in popular scales such as 1\/72, 1\/48, and 1\/32.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n\n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"Stratus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54723095036238,"sku":"STR58426","price":15.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/ec7af076985d4b3ecf0853a1cb31922e.jpg?v=1755552303","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.it\/en\/products\/53029-stratus-58426-polish-wings-no-26-petlyakov-pe-2-amp-upe-2-tupolev-usb","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}