The Tu-160M strategic missile-carrying bombers "White Swan" remain the largest and fastest bombers in the world. This conclusion was reached by the 19FortyFive publication.
The Tu-160M is the largest and heaviest combat aircraft in the world, as well as the fastest bomber in operation.
The authors of the article noted that four turbojet engines provide the necessary thrust to reach speeds of up to Mach 2, allowing the aircraft to outpace many modern fighters and surface-to-air missiles. The flight range of the Tu-160M allows it to make intercontinental flights without refueling.
The capabilities of the aircraft should not be underestimated. The variable-sweep wing design allows the Tu-160M to change the wing configuration to achieve optimal aerodynamic performance at various speeds and altitudes. This feature makes the bomber a versatile platform for performing strategic tasks.
The "White Swan" is designed to operate with nuclear and conventional weapons against targets in remote areas. The Tu-160 is the largest supersonic aircraft in the history of military aviation.
Earlier www1.ru reported that an innovative Sova-13 reconnaissance drone with fast frequency switching was developed in Russia.
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