America has the B-2 bomber, but which one does Russia have?

 

Tupolev Tu 160 Bomber: America destroyed Iran's nuclear bases with the B-2 bomber, but do you know which bomber jet Russia has? Let's know about it-

Russia and Belarus have started a major nuclear war exercise called 'Zapad-2025'. The Indian Army is also participating in this exercise. Apart from these, the armies of many countries are also demonstrating their war skills, but most of the attention is on the Russian Air Force's TU-160 bomber capable of carrying nuclear weapons.

 

NATO has named it 'Blackjack', while in Russia it is called 'White Swan'. This bomber was prepared by the Soviet Union during the Cold War and even today it is considered very powerful. Let us know about this powerful aircraft in detail- 

The largest and heaviest aircraft

The TU-160 is the largest and heaviest supersonic military aircraft ever built. It also holds the record for the largest variable-sweep wing aircraft ever flown. Its length is about 54 meters. It weighs about 110,000 kilograms. Despite this, it can fly easily.

You will be surprised to know the speed!

The Russian dangerous bomber TU-160 is one of the fastest bombers in the world. Its maximum speed is more than Mach 2 i.e., 2,220 kilometers per hour. This jet is fitted with four Kuznetsov NK-32 afterburning turbofan engines. These are considered to be the most powerful engines fitted in any fighter aircraft.

Payload capacity of 45 thousand kg

The TU-160 can carry up to 45,000 kg of nuclear and conventional weapons, including cruise missiles. Due to its huge payload, it is also called a 'missile truck'.

Range of 12 thousand KM after one fueling

The unique variable geometry wing design of this aircraft helps it to give better performance. It is suitable for both subsonic and supersonic flight. Its wing span can be up to 56 meters. The TU-160 can cover a distance of more than 12,000 kilometers (7,500 miles) after refueling once. Along with this, its range can be further increased by refueling during the flight. There are a total of four people to fly this aircraft - pilot, co-pilot, bombardier, and defensive system operator.

Role of the missile truck

The TU-160 primarily functions as a 'standoff missile truck'. This means that it can carry and launch long-range nuclear missiles from outside enemy air defenses.

 

New versions like the TU-160M have been equipped with modern technology. It includes new avionics systems, advanced radar systems and new hypersonic missiles. The TU-160 is an important part of Russia's nuclear triad. It makes a significant contribution to Russia's defense system by becoming a major part of the Strategic Deterrence Force.