Germany Stunned By America's P-47 Eight .50 Cals And Their FW-190s Were Outgunned

Most Fw 190s were the "A" series, powered by a BMW radial engine. Late in 1943, however, the more capable "D" series appeared in action against U.S. bombers, powered by the more powerful Jumo 213 inline, liquid-cooled engine. Because the larger engine lengthened its nose, a 20-inch section had to be added to the Fw 190D-9's fuselage just forward of the tail. During its lifetime, more than 20,000 Fw 190s of all types were built. #avgeek #history | National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

The original Focke-Wulf Fw 190, known as the "Würger" (Butcher Bird), was a game-changer when it first appeared in 1941. Designed by Kurt Tank, its powerful BMW 801 radial engine, heavy armament, and blistering roll rate gave it a fearsome reputation and a significant edge over early Allied fighters like the Spitfire Mk. Vb. Pilots loved its sturdy design, excellent visibility, and stable handling, making it a truly formidable opponent. But this isn't a vintage restoration; it's a modern enginee

Witness the legendary Focke-Wulf Fw 190 roar back to life at Hahnweide Airshow 2025! Pilot Klaus masterfully starts the powerful radial engine. A must-see moment for every warbird enthusiast and history lover. 👉 Turn up the volume and enjoy this rare close-up view of one of the most iconic fighters of World War II! #Fw190 #FockeWulf #HahnweideAirshow #Warbird #fblifestyle #AviationHistory #AircraftRestoration @Top-Fans | Warbirds

26K views · 1K reactions | Focke-Wulf Fw 190A-8 at The Royal Air Force Museum Midlands - the ‘butcher bird’ #ww2 #wwii #ww2history #luftwaffe #warbirds | Daniel J Wheatcroft | Facebook