The Dornier Do 17 was a German twin-engine bomber widely used by the Luftwaffe during the early stages of World War II. It was known for its distinctive design and its role in the early bombing campaigns of the war. It was powered by two BMW 132 engines and was armed with machine guns and a bomb load. The Do 17 was a fast and agile bomber, but its defensive armament and bomb load were limited compared to later bombers.