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Tupolev Tu-2

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Tupolev Tu-2

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The 1941 Tupolev Tu-2 medium bomber crewed by four featured twin engines, 18.9-metre wingspan, and 13.8-metre fuselage. Its 528 km/h speed and 2020-kilometre range provided effective bombing and reconnaissance capability throughout World War II. The Tu-2 became a versatile platform serving multiple Soviet Air Force roles.

Specifications

Role
Medium bomber
Crew
4
Engines
2
First flight
1941
Length
13.8 m
Wingspan
18.9 m
Max speed
528 km/h
Range
2,020 km