Tu-22M3

Initial Operational Capability (IOC) : 1983
First Flight : June 20, 1977
Total Production : 500

The Tupolev Tu-22M3, Backfire-C NATO-codename, is a swing-wing, medium range bomber designed to strike targets in Western Europe and Asia using both nuclear and conventional weapons. It has been designed to penetrate enemy air defense at low altitude and supersonic speed making him more survivable than previous strike aircraft. In addition to the strike role, the Tu-22M3 can carry out reconnaissance and maritime patrol missions.

The nuclear-capable Tu-22M3 bomber features in-flight refueling capability for extended range missions which has been assumed as a capability for long range strikes against the United States of America. The total number of Tu22Ms ever owned by Russia was less than 300 aircraft due to treaties between the former Soviet Union and the United States.

Model Status Year Produced
Tu-22M3 Active 1983 500
Tu-22M3M Active 2021 ?



Tu-22M3

Group : Strategic Bombers
Status : Active
Also Known As : Backfire-C
Origin : Russia
Contractor : PSC Tupolev
Initial Operational Capability (IOC) : 1983
First Flight : June 20, 1977
Total Production : 500

The Tu-22M3 entered service with the Soviet Union's Air Force in 1983. It is the last derivative of the proven Tu-22M medium range bomber. Compared to its predecessors it has an enhanced aerodynamic design and improved overall performance. The aircraft is powered by two NK-25 turbofan engines each rated at 55,115-lb of thrust. As of 2008, the Russian Air Force was operating 141 aircraft of this type.

Operators
Country Status State Notes
RussiaActive 41/440
UkraineRetired - No Longer Operational 60
Specifications
Notes
Crew 4
Number of Engines 2
Dimensions
Length 42.5 meter
Main Gun Caliber 23 millimeter
Wingspan 34 meter
Mass
Max Takeoff Thrust 110,230 pound
Max Takeoff Weight 126 ton
Payload 24,000 kilogram
Performance
Ceiling 14,000 meter
Max Range 6,800 kilometer
Speed
Cruise Speed 1,008 kph
Top Speed at High Altitude 2,000 kph
Gear
Anti-Radiation Missiles
Kh-28
Bombs
FAB-100
FAB-1500-2600TS
FAB-250
FAB-3000
FAB-500
OFAB-250-270
Cruise Missiles
Kh-1014
Kh-1024
Kh-1510
Kh-223
Kh-323
Kh-504
KSR-5
Medium Caliber Cannons
GSh-23L1
Optronic Systems
SVP-241



Tu-22M3M

Group : Strategic Bombers
Status : Active
Also Known As : Backfire-D, Tu-22M5
Origin : Russia
Contractor : PSC Tupolev
Initial Operational Capability (IOC) : 2021
First Flight : December 28, 2018
Total Production : ?

The Tu-22M3M, Tu-22M5 and Backfire-D NATO designation?, is an advanced upgraded version of the Tu-22M3 bomber fitted with a wider array of more sophisticated weapons. As of early 2012, the Russian Air Force plans call for upgrading up to 30 Tu-22M3 aircraft to the Tu-22M5 standard by 2020. The Tu-22M3M bomber is an interim solution for the Russian Air Force until the fielding of the PAK DA bomber in the 2025-2030 timeframe. The upgraded bomber externally remains the same but it is fitted with advanced avionics, sensors and targeting systems to carry out both tactical and strategic attack missions. The Russian Air Force put the first Tu-22M3M bomber in active duty in early February 2012. The new bomber's attack system is linked to the Russian GLONASS global satellite navigation system to allow precision strikes with conventional bombs and missiles.

Operators
Country Status State Notes
RussiaActive 22/30
Specifications
Notes
Crew 4
Number of Engines 2
Dimensions
Length 42.5 meter
Main Gun Caliber 23 millimeter
Wingspan 34 meter
Mass
Max Takeoff Thrust 110,000 pound
Max Takeoff Weight 126 ton
Payload 24,000 kilogram
Performance
Ceiling 14,000 meter
Max Range 6,800 kilometer
Speed
Cruise Speed 1,008 kph
Top Speed at High Altitude 2,628 kph
Gear
Bombs
FAB-250
FAB-500
KAB-1500KR
KAB-1500LG-F-E
KAB-500KR
KAB-500L
KAB-500OD
KAB-500S-E
OFAB-250-270
Cruise Missiles
Kh-1014
Kh-1024
Kh-323
Kh-555
Medium Caliber Cannons
GSh-23L1
Optronic Systems
SVP-241
Gear
Bombs
FAB-100
FAB-1500-2600TS
FAB-3000
Cruise Missiles
Gremlin
Kh-504
Kh-95
Kinzhal3
Fighter Aircraft Engines
2
Standoff Weapons
Kh-38MAE
Kh-38MKE
Kh-38MLE
Kh-38MTE
Ostrota

News

Friday, 29 December, 2023
Russia Confirms Massive Strike with 100+ Cruise Missiles Against Targets in Ukraine

An overnight operation added to 50 group strikes conducted throughout the week, the Defense Ministry reported Russia confirms ‘massive barrage’ on targets in Ukraine The

Saturday, 16 September, 2023
New Tu-22M3 Missiles Feature a Payload of 1,700 kilogram

Its capacity will increase to 1,700 kilos MOSCOW, September 16. /TASS/. Missiles for Tu-22M3 long-range supersonic bombers have been updated to receive a new payload with

Friday, 30 December, 2022
Russian Air Force Takes Delivery of Another Upgraded Tu-22M3M Medium Bomber

According to the United Aircraft Corporation press office, the plane underwent the necessary performance upgrades MOSCOW, December 30.

Wednesday, 2 November, 2022
Russia Successfully Employs Kh-32 Aero-Ballistic Cruise Missiles in Ukraine

During a special military operation, Russian cruise missiles, which are called "aircraft carrier killers", were used for precision strikes.

Monday, 9 May, 2022
Russia Testing New Generation of Hypersonic Missiles on Tu-22M3M Medum Bomber

Russia is creating a new generation of hypersonic missiles for various carriers - from aircraft, ships, submarines, from ground installations, Russian Deputy Prime Minister

Tuesday, 3 August, 2021
Russia Developing Kh-95 Bomber-Launched Strategic Hypersonic Cruise Missile

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia is developing the latest Kh-95 long-range hypersonic airborne missile, Colonel General Vladimir Zarudnitsky, the chief of the Military Academy of

Tuesday, 11 May, 2021
Russian Air Force Su-34M Bombers May Fire a Single Kinzhal Hypersonic Strike Missile

Russia can eliminate the shortage of carriers of "Daggers" with modernized Su-34. According to a number of data, Russian designers are seriously working on the issue of

Monday, 23 December, 2019
Russia Could Develop Unmanned Sixth Generation Bomber by 2040

Russia’s Aerospace Forces are undergoing a major overhaul, looking forward to welcome a 5th generation subsonic bomber into its fleet as well as a long-range bomber drone,

Saturday, 29 December, 2018
Russian Air Force Tu-22M3M Bomber Performs First Flight

The modernisation is aimed at prolonging the service of the Tu-22M3 modification, while at the same time upgrading its capabilities.

Thursday, 6 December, 2018
Russia May Develop Scaled Down Kinzhal to Fit Into Su-57 Internal Weapons Bay

The advanced Sukhoi Su-57 multipurpose jet may be armed with a hypersonic missile similar to the Kinzhal.

Friday, 9 November, 2018
Russian Kh-101 an d Kh-102 Cruise Missiles to Get Electronic Warfare Capabilities

ZHUHAI (China) (Sputnik) - Russia has finished the development and started mass production of electronic warfare systems for cruise missiles in service with the Russian armed

Thursday, 16 August, 2018
Russia Rolls Out First Fully Upgraded Tu-22M3M Bomber

The Tu-22M3M, a modification of the Russian supersonic strike bomber, is a new modern plane inside a classic shell, the manufacturer says.

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* Prime Contractor
State Latest Known holdings/Original Procurement
Com - Date of Commissioning
Decom - Date of Decommissioning

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