The Tupolev Tu-160 (Russian: Туполев Ту-160 «Белый лебедь», romanized: Bely Lebed, lit. 'White Swan'; [1] NATO reporting name: Blackjack) is a supersonic, variable-sweep wing nuclear-capable heavy strategic bomber and airborne missile platform designed by the Tupolev Design Bureau in the Soviet Union in the 1970s.

Jan 12, 2022 · The first flight of the first deeply modified Tu-160 (designated Tu-160M2), built from backlog airframe took place on Feb. 2, 2020 and lasted 2 hours and 34 minutes.

Apr 7, 2025 · Russia plans to build 50 new Tu-160M bombers and upgrade 16 existing aircraft. Is the Tu-160M a Threat to the US?

Nov 3, 2020 · The newly upgraded Tu-160 “White Swan” made its first flight with the new version of the NK-32, the largest and most powerful engine ever fitted on a military aircraft.

Jul 9, 2023 · Russia is testing an upgraded version of its largest nuclear missile-carrying supersonic bomber, the "White Swan", according to state media. An improved model of the Tupolev Tu-160M strategic...

Feb 23, 2024 · The decision to resume production of the Tu-160 in its updated form, the Tu-160M, reflects a step in advancing Russia's military aviation capabilities. This program led to the first flight of a newly produced Tu-160M bomber on January 12, 2022.

Jan 15, 2022 · In an echo of the Cold War, Russia's first newly manufactured Tupolev Tu-160M (NATO designation Blackjack) supersonic nuclear heavy bomber completed its maiden flight on January 12, reaching a...

2 days ago · Решение России возродить Ту-160 времен холодной войны в виде его модернизированной версии ...

Dec 23, 2024 · The Russian Aerospace Forces have received the initial modernized United Aircraft Corp. Tupolev Tu-160M strategic bomber, the first major upgrade of the variable-sweep long-range aircraft that...

Nov 9, 2024 · The Tu-160M, a modernized supersonic bomber, combines advanced avionics, enhanced range, and formidable firepower. Explore its cutting-edge capabilities today.