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Tupolev Tu-95 “Bear”

7,395 OC3LOT1142  6.5 years ago

Hello comrades! Here’s some Russian bias for you.

The Tupolev Tu-95 (NATO reporting name: "Bear") is a large, four-engine turboprop-powered strategic bomber and missile platform. First flown in 1952, the Tu-95 entered service with the Soviet Union in 1956 and is expected to serve the Russian Air Force until at least 2040. A development of the bomber for maritime patrol is designated Tu-142, while a passenger airliner derivative was called Tu-114
The aircraft has four Kuznetsov NK-12 engines with contra-rotating propellers. It is the only propeller-powered strategic bomber still in operational use today. The Tu-95 is one of the loudest military aircraft, particularly because the tips of the propeller blades move faster than the speed of sound. Its distinctive swept-back wings are set at an angle of 35°. The Tu-95 is unique as a propeller-driven aircraft with swept wings that has been built in large numbers.

Well, here you go. This is the silver build I promised. I think this model I awesome. With 25 500 Lbs. bombs in a concealed bomb bay, good speed and maneuverability, and of course, mobile friendly. ENJOY!

-OC3LOT1142

Credit to diegoavion84 for the cockpit
Credit to deusalgor for the Soviet roundel
Credit to TehDuck for the flag

Side notes: I once again want to thank everyone who supported me to get to silver. Have fun with the plane!

Please leave an upvote if you enjoy the plane!

General Characteristics

  • Created On iOS
  • Wingspan 54.1ft (16.5m)
  • Length 80.3ft (24.5m)
  • Height 16.6ft (5.1m)
  • Empty Weight 34,983lbs (15,868kg)
  • Loaded Weight 37,024lbs (16,794kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 0.91
  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.324
  • Wing Loading 85.4lbs/ft2 (416.7kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 433.8ft2 (40.3m2)
  • Drag Points 12713

Parts

  • Number of Parts 153
  • Control Surfaces 5
  • Performance Cost 1,104