Strategic [[bomber]], missile launch platform, and maritime reconnaissance aircraft (NATO reporting name "Bear") built by Tupolev and used extensively during the Cold War for surveillance and targeting duties. A large swept-wing monoplane powered by four powerful turboprop engines driving eight [[contra-rotating propellers]], it is the world's fastest propeller-driven aircraft and expected to remain in service until 2040.

h4. See also

* [[B-52 Stratofortress]]
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