Russians bomb Berlin 13 September 1942

[Juha]

Originally Posted by Paul Thompson

Hello Juha,

The series production Pe-8 with its AM-35A engines was certainly a low performance aircraft by 1942. Your contention that the Luftwaffe defences were orientated against threats from the West is interesting, but doesn't fully explain the absence of night fighter interception.

Warm regards,

Paul

Hello Paul
Which of the performance figures of the AM-35A powered TB-7/Pe-8 were low for a heavy night bomber by 1942? Maximum speed 443 km/h at 6,360 m, service ceilings 9,300 m, maximum bomb load 4,000 kg, maximum range with 2,000 kg bomb load and full fuel tanks 3,600 km.

Juha