Atlas Editions Bombers of World War II 4646-130
Liore-et-Olivier LeO 451 Diecast Model
Armee de l'Air EC I/31, #22, 1940 |
| 1:144 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Liore-et-Olivier LeO 451 | | 4.75" | | 6.25" |
Armee de l'Air LeO 451 No. 22 served with Groupe de Bombardement I/31 during the 1940 Battle of France. The sleek Liore et Olivier LeO 451 was one of France's most advanced medium bombers, featuring retractable landing gear, an enclosed cockpit, and considerably higher performance than the older bombers it replaced. GB I/31 employed its LeO 451s against advancing German forces, communications, and transportation targets during the desperate fighting of May and June 1940. Crews frequently encountered heavy fighter and anti-aircraft opposition. Despite significant losses and limited numbers, the LeO 451 demonstrated impressive speed and remained an important French bomber throughout the campaign.
Designed to meet a French specification for a four-seat day-bomber, the LeO451 was first flown on January 16th, 1937. © Copyright 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Atlas Editions "Bombers of World War II" range presents affordable, ready made diecast models of military aircraft in 1:144 scale.
Atlas Editions diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal and plastic construction.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
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