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Tupolev · T160

Tupolev Tu-160 specs, size & range

The Tupolev Tu-160 (ICAO code T160) is a landplane with 4 jet engines in the heavy wake-turbulence category.

Landplane with 4 jet engines Wake category: Heavy Airliners & big jets
Tupolev Tu-160
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Tu-160 specifications

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

The Tupolev Tu-160 is a landplane with 4 jet engines built by Tupolev. Air-traffic control and flight-tracking sites identify it by the ICAO type code T160. It belongs to the heavy wake-turbulence category, so aircraft landing or taking off behind it must keep extra separation.

Aircraft similar to the Tu-160

Comparable airliners & big jets include Lockheed C-141 Starlifter, Boeing E-3 Sentry (CFM56 engines), Boeing E-6 Mercury and Boeing B-52 Stratofortress.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code of the Tupolev Tu-160?

T160 — the code used in flight plans and on flight-tracking sites.

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