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Interesting Ju 87G-1 Wing Feature
What are the "knobs" (little domes) projecting forward from the upper surface of the wings (directly above the BK 3.7 cannon underwing racks) on this Ju 87G-1?
I can't find a description/diagram/explanation of those things. Also, does anyone know the history of this aircraft? (The MG 17s have been removed per the usual practice for a G1, and the landing light has been covered over.) Thanks! Bronc Edit: I just found another photo of a similar, but different knob or dome on a G-1. This one has a flat nose. Last edited by Broncazonk; 28th November 2020 at 06:41. |
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Re: Interesting Ju 87G-1 Wing Feature
They’re where the MG17s used to exit the leading edge of the wing - one set have been blanked off flat, the others have a rounded fairing.
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Re: Interesting Ju 87G-1 Wing Feature
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I've found another photo of a G-1 without any MG-17 fairing on the wing. By the way, what is the big circular hole on the underwing racks located immediately above the BK 3.7 cannons? (See second closeup photo above. The man's hand is resting right next to it.) All My Best, Bronc Last edited by Broncazonk; 8th July 2021 at 01:55. |
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Re: Interesting Ju 87G-1 Wing Feature
air duct for the heating device that kept the oil in the recoil cylinder at certain temps to ensure proper function
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Re: Interesting Ju 87G-1 Wing Feature
That is also the same location as the mount for the siren ("Jericho Trumpet"), right?
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Re: Interesting Ju 87G-1 Wing Feature
No;
The siren was located on the upper part of the landing gear strut. Eduardo. |
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Re: Interesting Ju 87G-1 Wing Feature
Ah, of course! Thanks for the clarification Eduardo!
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