: One of the fastest bombers of its time, reaching over 280 mph.
: Bristling with .50 caliber machine guns for defense. B-26 Marauder
The Martin was a WWII medium bomber that went from being feared by its own crews to having the lowest loss rate of any Allied bomber over Europe. ✈️ The "Widowmaker" Turned Hero : One of the fastest bombers of its
Europe , or perhaps more of the crews who flew them? B-26 Marauder
: Could carry up to 4,000 lbs of bombs or even torpedoes for maritime strikes.
: It survived over 1,000 hits from flak and bullets without ever losing a single crew member.
Early in the war, the B-26 gained a dangerous reputation due to its high landing speeds and a series of training accidents.