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Tupolev · TU16

Tupolev Tu-16 specs, size & range

The Tupolev Tu-16 (ICAO code TU16) is a landplane with 2 jet engines in the medium wake-turbulence category.

Landplane with 2 jet engines Wake category: Medium Airliners & big jets
Tupolev Tu-16
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Tu-16 specifications

Detailed dimensions and performance figures are not available for this type yet.

The Tupolev Tu-16 is a landplane with 2 jet engines built by Tupolev. Air-traffic control and flight-tracking sites identify it by the ICAO type code TU16. It belongs to the medium wake-turbulence category.

Aircraft similar to the Tu-16

Comparable airliners & big jets include Yakovlev Yak-141, Douglas A-4 Skyhawk, Boeing 737 MAX 7 and Yakovlev Yak-42.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code of the Tupolev Tu-16?

TU16 — the code used in flight plans and on flight-tracking sites.

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