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A flying wing, informally called 'Black Bullet'. Prototype flew on September 30th, 1943,
but crashed soon (on the second flight on October 8th).

 

 

 

 

With the new version markings and weapons.

 

 

 

 

The last flight 8th October 1943. Olive Drab/Gray painting scheme.

 


 

 

The second prototype. First flew in March 1944.
The machine proved to be underpowered, nose heavy, and difficult to handle. Programme was cancelled.

 

 

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