Heavy military aviation is not just transportation, but a true symbol of superiority, inaccessibility, and strength. The largest bombers are an engineering marvel, capable of carrying a deadly cargo thousands of kilometers, playing a major role in power projection and deterrence.
In the material of "Perviy Technicheskiy" - the five largest strategic bombers that have ever taken to the sky. Two of them are actively used by the Russian Aerospace Forces.
5. Rockwell B-1 Lancer manufactured in the USA
Fast and maneuverable, it has become literally indispensable in US global operations and local conflicts.
Length - 44.5 m, maximum take-off weight - 216 tons.
Feature - "flexible" for modern missions, supersonic.
4. Tu-95
"Bear" is the last strategic turboprop bomber still in use. The roar of its engines can be heard for many kilometers.
Length - 49.5 m, maximum take-off weight - 187 tons.
Feature - turboprop engine, providing a range of up to 15 thousand km.
3. Boeing B-52 Stratofortress manufactured in the USA
A living legend of US aviation. In operation since 1955 and still in service. Versatile, reliable and powerful.
Length - 48.5 m, maximum take-off weight - 219,600 kg.
2. Convair B-36 Peacemaker manufactured in the USA
An aircraft of the US military strategic aviation during the Cold War, designed to deliver nuclear weapons to the USSR. A unique combination of jet and piston engines.
Length - 49 m, maximum take-off weight - 190 tons.
1. Tu-160
"White Swan" is a symbol of Russian strategic aviation. The largest jet bomber in the world, capable of speeds exceeding Mach 2.
Length - 54.1 m, maximum take-off weight - 275 tons.
Feature - with variable wing geometry, supersonic.
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