Beriev Be-16 heavy transport project (1959-60)

[borovik]

Beriev's Be-16
In 1959 OКB-49 Beriev’s has developed draft of the transport plane Be-16 (In fast future main of the rival An-22)
Length: -m
Wing Span: 63,5m
Height: -m
Wing area: 400 sq m
Launch weight: 173000kg
Speed: 650km/h
Range: 5500km (with 40000kg)
Altitude: 10 000-12 000m
Source :N.Yakubovitch "Planes G.M.BERIEV's" 2002

 

[Stargazer]

Topic split from an old "Russian projects" thread.

Here are some more pics from the Avico Press group.

 

[Pioneer]

Very nice and interesting find!!!

Thanks


Regards
Pioneer

 

[Stargazer]

One more picture for your enjoyment, Pioneer!

 

[hesham]

Hi,


a clearer views to Beriev Be.16 Project.