Yakovlev Yak-28
Military
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The 1958 Yakovlev Yak-28 served multiple roles—medium bomber, reconnaissance, electronic warfare, and interceptor—crewed by two with twin engines, 12.5-metre wingspan, and 21.6-metre fuselage. Its 1840 km/h speed and 2500-kilometre range made it remarkably versatile. The Yak-28 became a principal Soviet tactical aircraft.
Specifications
- Role
- Medium bomber; Reconnaissance; Electronic warfare; Interceptor
- Origin
- Soviet Union
- Crew
- 2
- Engines
- 2
- First flight
- 1958
- Length
- 21.6 m
- Wingspan
- 12.5 m
- Max speed
- 1,840 km/h
- Range
- 2,500 km