Messerschmitt Me 323 Gigant transport

Derived from Me321 glider with engine design and manufacturing French, this was the largest transport aircraft of World War II can carry more than 130 equipped troops or a 88 mm cannon, complete with trailer, trim or ammunition and all kinds Load up to 10 ton. Its disadvantages were the size and low speed, making it easy prey for the fighters.

Specifications
Model: Me 323D-1 Wingspan: 55 m Length: 28.15 m Height: 10.5 m Weight: 27,330 kg (empty) and 43,000 (loaded) Engine: Six Gnome-Rhone 14 N 48/49, 14-cylinder radial (990 hp) Maximum speed: 285 km / h (empty) Maximum ceiling: 4,000 m Range: 1.100 km Defensive Weapons: 5 MG 15 machine guns of 7.92 mm Crew: 7 men