Beriev Be-12
Military

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The Beriev Be-12 evolved as an advanced maritime patrol flying boat introduced in 1960, serving Soviet naval aviation throughout the Cold War. A crew of four operates this twin-engine platform across its 30.1-meter fuselage with 29.8-meter wings, achieving 530 km/h speeds and extended range operations.
Specifications
- Role
- Maritime patrol aircraft
- Crew
- 4
- Engines
- 2
- First flight
- 1960
- Length
- 30.1 m
- Wingspan
- 29.8 m
- Max speed
- 530 km/h
- Range
- 3,300 km