Berijev Be-42 / A-40 "Albatros"
amphibian
1986

     
   
     

 

     
   
     

 

     
   
     

The largest amphibian plane in the world. Designed to replace Be-12. First flew in 1986. Entered service in 1990.

Crew: 8
Engine: 2 x Soloviev D-30KPV, 117.7 kN
and 2 x Klimov RD-60K, 24.5 kN
Wingspan: 41.6m
Length: 43.8m
Height: 11.1m
Wing area: 200.0m2
Start mass: 86000kg		 Max speed: 760kph
Cruise speed: 720kph
Ceiling: 9700m
Range w/max.fuel: 5500km
Range w/max.payload: 4100km
Armament: 6500kg of bombs, torpedos or mines

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