Yak-28 Brewer / Firebar
Summary
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Manufacturer | Yakovlev |
| First flight | 5 March 1958 |
| Year introduced | 1961 |
| Number produced | 1180 units |
| Average unit price | $3 million |
Technical specifications
| Version: Yak-28P Firebar | |
|---|---|
| Crew | 1 pilot + 1 WSO |
| Maximum speed | 1840 km/h (1143 mph) |
| Wing area | 35.3 m² (379.4 sqft) |
| Wingspan | 11.6 m (38.2 ft) |
| Height | 4.3 m (14.1 ft) |
| Length | 21.6 m (70.9 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 16,750 m (54,954 ft) |
| Empty weight | 9,970 kg (21,980 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 20,000 kg (44,092 lbs) |
| Takeoff distance | 1,430 m (4,692 ft) |
| Powerplant | 2 x turbojets Tumansky R-11AF2-300 delivering 7900 kgf each |
Current operating countries
No country is operating the Yak-28 Brewer / Firebar in 2026.
All operators
Armament
Missiles payload:
- Air-to-Air Medium-Range Bisnovat R-98 (AA-3 Anab)
Description
There are 4 variants of the Yak-28: the "Brewer", an attack version; the Yak-28P "Firebar", an all-weather interceptor; the Yak-28R, designed for reconnaissance; and the Yak-28U "Maestro", a training version.
Although the Yak-28's flight performance is not as high as that of the MiG-25, it can reach Mach 1 above 3970 m. Additionally, its range surpasses that of many interceptors. Over 300 units were produced.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of aircraft is the Yak-28 Brewer / Firebar?
The Yakovlev Yak-28 Brewer / Firebar is a combat aircraft aircraft developed by Yakovlev and entered service in 1961.
What is the maximum speed of the Yak-28 Brewer / Firebar?
The Yakovlev Yak-28 Brewer / Firebar has a maximum speed of 1,840 km/h (Mach 1.5).
When did the Yak-28 Brewer / Firebar first fly?
The Yakovlev Yak-28 Brewer / Firebar made its first flight on March 05, 1958. It entered operational service in 1961.
How many Yak-28 Brewer / Firebar have been built?
Approximately 1,180 units of the Yakovlev Yak-28 Brewer / Firebar have been produced since it entered service in 1961.
How much does a Yak-28 Brewer / Firebar cost?
The Yakovlev Yak-28 Brewer / Firebar has an estimated unit cost of approximately $3.0 million. Actual prices vary based on configuration, quantity ordered, and included support packages.
What is the service ceiling of the Yak-28 Brewer / Firebar?
The Yakovlev Yak-28 Brewer / Firebar has a service ceiling of 16,750 meters (54,954 feet). This is the maximum altitude at which the aircraft can maintain controlled flight.
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