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Tupolev Tu-82
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The Tupolev Tu-82 was a 1940s Soviet experimental swept-wing bomber. It was the first Soviet jet bomber with swept wings.[1]
Design and development
Similar to the earlier Tupolev Tu-14, the Tu-82 was designed to investigate the use of swept wings. Powered by two Klimov VK-1 engines, the Tu-82 first flew in February 1949.[1] It achieved a top speed of 934 km/h and a ceiling of 14,000 m.[1] Tupolev planned a larger combat version as the Tu-86, but it was not built.[1]
Specifications (Tu-82)
Data from [2]
General characteristics
- Crew: three
- Length: 17.57 m (57 ft 8 in)
- Wingspan: 17.81 m (58 ft 5 in)
- Wing area: 45 m2 (484 sq ft)
- Empty weight: 9,526 kg (21,000 lb)
- Gross weight: 18,340 kg (40,430 lb)
- Powerplant: 2 × Klimov VK-1 , 26.5 kN (5,955 lbf) thrust each
Performance
- Maximum speed: 934 km/h (579 mph, 503 kn)
- Range: 2,395 km (1,493 mi, 1,297 nmi)
- Service ceiling: 11,400 m (37,392 ft)
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