Breguet XIX B-2 – the French/ Polish medium bomber

The French airplane Breguet XIX was one of the most famous airplanes in the late 1920s and early 1930s. Despite the fact, that the machine was primarily intended for military purposes (fighter, bomber and reconnaissance modifications were produced), the popularity of this plane was brought by long record flights and victories in international competitions. Ludovic Breguet started the development of the airplane in 1920. The designer was not afraid to use a number of innovative solutions in the plane. The Breguet XIX was powered by two "Brequet-Bugatti" engines, that turned a four-bladed 3.35 m diameter propeller. The prototype was shown at the International Aviation Exhibition in Paris in November 1921. Test flights began in 1922 in the spring. By that time, another engine was installed in the plane - "Renault" 12Kb, with a power of 450 hp. g.. 1922 in May, the aircraft took to the air for the first time, and by 1922, after eliminating many minor defects and problems, state tests were carried out. Since the design of the plane allowed installation of different engines, the prototype was equipped with 375 a. g. power "Loren-Dietrich" engine, which, due to the lighter weight, allowed the aircraft to develop a higher speed, than with the "Renault" engine. The list of records, achieved by this plane, was opened at the military aircraft competition in Madrid in 1923, when Robert Thierry achieved a speed record of 236 km/h (competitors did not break the 200 km/h barrier). In March of the same year, the Breguet XIX reached a new record - with a load of 500 kg, it climbed to a height of 5992 m. Serial production started in 1924. Reconnaissance (A2) and bomber (B2) modifications were immediately put into production. By the end of 1926, about 1,100 airplanes were produced. According to the same project, long-range aircraft were built, which received the names "Bidon" and "Super Bidon". These planes are so named, because of the fuel tanks, that held 4,000 liters of fuel. One of these aircraft completed the route from France to the United States in 37 hours, becoming the first aircraft, to cross the Atlantic Ocean in a westward direction. Gradually, the planes started to be supplied for export as well.

The model reproduces Brequet XIX, delivered to Poland in 1929-1930. This bomber was part of No. 11 Squadron and was used to test different versions of camouflage at the time - this unusual painting was tested in the 1930s. during maneuvers. Not very complex, interesting model with full detailing of the cabin interior. Recommended for modelers of all experience, only advanced beginners and less experienced modelers are advised to work under the supervision of a more experienced colleague - it will not only be easier, but also more fun. Since it is a biplane, gluing will not be easy - you will have to sweat. Antiquarian publication.