Tu-160 Blackjack vs Tu-95 Bear
| Soviet strategic bomber, operational during the Cold War era, known for its supersonic speed and nuclear deterrence flights. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Bombers |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 19 December 1981 |
| Year introduced | 1987 |
| Number produced | 37 units |
| Average unit price | $250 million |
| Soviet strategic bomber, prominent during the Cold War, extensively deployed for long-range maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Bombers |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 12 November 1952 |
| Year introduced | 1956 |
| Number produced | 500 units |
| Average unit price | $60 million |
| Wing area | 232.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 55.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 13.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 54.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2220 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 12,300 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 274,877 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 109,769 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 14,016 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 310.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 50.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 12.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 46.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 920 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 15,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 188,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 90,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 8,950 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Tu-160 Blackjack or Tu-95 Bear?
The Tu-160 Blackjack is faster with a maximum speed of 2,220 km/h compared to the Tu-95 Bear's 920 km/h, a difference of 1,300 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Tu-160 Blackjack or Tu-95 Bear?
The Tu-95 Bear has a longer range at 15,000 km compared to the Tu-160 Blackjack's 12,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the Tu-160 Blackjack or Tu-95 Bear?
The Tu-160 Blackjack has a higher service ceiling at 16,000 meters (52,493 ft) compared to the Tu-95 Bear's 13,716 meters (45,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Tu-160 Blackjack or Tu-95 Bear?
The Tu-160 Blackjack has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 274,877 kg compared to the Tu-95 Bear's 188,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Tu-160 Blackjack or Tu-95 Bear?
The Tu-160 Blackjack is longer at 54.1 meters compared to the Tu-95 Bear's 46.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Tu-160 Blackjack or Tu-95 Bear?
The Tu-160 Blackjack is more expensive at approximately $250 million per unit compared to the Tu-95 Bear at $60 million.
Which entered service first, the Tu-160 Blackjack or Tu-95 Bear?
The Tu-95 Bear entered service first in 1956, 31 years before the Tu-160 Blackjack which entered service in 1987.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Tu-160 Blackjack or Tu-95 Bear?
The Tu-95 Bear has been produced in greater numbers with 500 units compared to 37 units of the Tu-160 Blackjack.