Tupolev Tu-22M
Military
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The Tupolev Tu-22M strategic bomber and maritime strike aircraft evolved from the Tu-22 with a crew of four, twin engines, 34.3-metre wingspan, and 42.5-metre fuselage. Reaching 1997 km/h, it represents a significant performance jump and remains operational in the 21st century. The Tu-22M proved exceptionally durable.
Caractéristiques
- Rôle
- Strategic bomber/Maritime strike
- Origine
- Soviet Union
- Équipage
- 4
- Moteurs
- 2
- Longueur
- 42,5 m
- Envergure
- 34,3 m
- Vitesse maximale
- 1 997 km/h
- Autonomie
- 6 800 km