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Tupolev Tu-16

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Tupolev Tu-16

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The 1952 Tupolev Tu-16 strategic bomber crewed by six with twin engines, 33-metre wingspan, and 34.8-metre fuselage achieved 1050 km/h and 7200-kilometre range. This design established the template for Soviet long-range jet bombers throughout the Cold War. The Tu-16 became one of aviation's most-produced jet bombers.

Specificații

Rol
Strategic bomber
Origine
Soviet Union
Echipaj
6
Motoare
2
Primul zbor
1952
Lungime
34,8 m
Anvergură
33 m
Viteză maximă
1.050 km/h
Autonomie
7.200 km