Tupolev Tu-82
# Tupolev Tu-82

The Tupolev Tu-82 was a 1940s Soviet experimental swept-wing bomber. It was the first Soviet jet bomber with swept wings.

## 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. It achieved a top speed of 934 km/h and a ceiling of 14,000 m. Tupolev planned a larger combat version as the Tu-86, but it was not built.

## Specifications (Tu-82)

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General characteristics

* Crew: three
* Length: 17.57 m (57 ft 8 in)
* Wingspan: 17.81 m (58 ft 5 in)
* Wing area: 45 $m^2$ (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)
