Junkers Ju 352 Herkules

The third prototype, Ju 352V3
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Designed from the Junkers Ju 252 in 1943 to utilize non-strategic materials and stockpiled engines, the Ju 352 proved to be adequate but noticibly inferior to the Ju 252. A hydraulically powered Trapoklappe (rear loading ramp) allowed loading of heavy vehicles or freight whilst holding the fuselage level.

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s Sources:
Gunston, Bill & Wood, Tony - Hitler's Luftwaffe, 1977, Salamander Books Ltd., London
Wikipedia: Junkers Ju 352