Author Topic: 4-Engined Tupolevs soon to be in skies near you! (Read 1658 times)

AquaShrimp · « **Reply #15 on:** August 17, 2007, 01:24:41 PM »

Lol, Russias leader is only 5'2? Whats he weigh, 100 lbs?

Boroda · « **Reply #16 on:** August 17, 2007, 01:50:44 PM »

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Originally posted by Neubob
Nope. Never saw it. I'd like to though....

On a related note, what do you think of the idea of SR-71 flights into Russian Airspace? Think they'd survive?

I'll try to get it from an old HDD tonight at home.

SR-71 that will get into an S-200, 300 or 400 fireing range is a toast. They probably flew parallel to the border, "crossing" it over some islands or small capes. Or flew over some tundra in the North where they can count polar deers. A good SAM ambush could solve the problem, but looks like no one cared. Remember a joke about an uncatchable Joe?

We got a first S-400 on combat duty near Moscow 2 weeks ago. Isn't it nice?

RAIDER14 · « **Reply #17 on:** August 17, 2007, 01:54:24 PM »

I wouldn't mind seeing a Soviet bomber as long as their isn't a bright flash afterwards......

LePaul · « **Reply #18 on:** August 17, 2007, 02:00:32 PM »

They've gotta flex what they have.

The had numerous nuclear subs rusting out at port, others countries had to step in to deal with the dangerous nuclear issues they had.

Or you could threaten neighbors by invading their airspace and attempt to fire anti-radar missiles inside.

If all they have are long range bombers of the 50's to show off, enjoy the nostalgia.

Neubob · « **Reply #19 on:** August 17, 2007, 02:11:10 PM »

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Originally posted by LePaul
If all they have are long range bombers of the 50's to show off, enjoy the nostalgia.

I think this is more of what they had in mind

Russian · « **Reply #20 on:** August 17, 2007, 02:11:45 PM »

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Originally posted by Boroda

We got a first S-400 on combat duty near Moscow 2 weeks ago. Isn't it nice?

News said few weeks ago that during tests S400 intercepted targets at 56KM high with speed of 2.8KM/sec. Although it didn't say which version of 400.

Boroda · « **Reply #21 on:** August 17, 2007, 03:41:43 PM »

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Originally posted by LePaul
They've gotta flex what they have.

The had numerous nuclear subs rusting out at port, others countries had to step in to deal with the dangerous nuclear issues they had.

Or you could threaten neighbors by invading their airspace and attempt to fire anti-radar missiles inside.

Is it about Georgia where Evil Russians (tm) dropped an anti-radar missile? Pure nonsense. Georgia doesn't have any radars. They already don't have railways, power stations, industry, medical care etc - it all disappeared when Evil Occupants went away. But now they have Democracy and government that literally gets it's salary from US DoS, while the rest of the population either starves or illegally works in Russia. Hail Democracy!

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If all they have are long range bombers of the 50's to show off, enjoy the nostalgia.

As if B-52 is a state-of-the-art technology

Still used for carpet-bombings, isn't it?

FBBone · « **Reply #22 on:** August 17, 2007, 03:46:45 PM »

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As if B-52 is a state-of-the-art technology Still used for carpet-bombings, isn't it?

Uh...um.....B1-B.........B2..........????

Shamus · « **Reply #23 on:** August 17, 2007, 03:47:50 PM »

Yup, it is kinda comical when a little chicken hawk swaggers and struts.

shamus

Boroda · « **Reply #24 on:** August 17, 2007, 03:50:02 PM »

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Originally posted by Russian
News said few weeks ago that during tests S400 intercepted targets at 56KM high with speed of 2.8KM/sec. Although it didn't say which version of 400.

All I know is that it's a long-range version of S-300, solid-fuel, active-guidance, ABM-capable just as 300. It's a replacement for S-200, being cheaper in service, mobile and much more flexible. Not having to fuel spare missiles (up to 60 IIRC for S-200) or even assemble them from factory storage containers makes it much more effective.

Optimists make Airplanes, pessimists make Parachutes, cynics make SAMs.

Boroda · « **Reply #25 on:** August 17, 2007, 04:08:24 PM »

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Originally posted by FBBone
Uh...um.....B1-B.........B2..........????

Are this ones usefull as long-range recon?

We also have Tu-160, as Neubob said, that is like a much bigger version of a B1-B, with stealth capabilities, carrying hi-tech weapons only.

Masherbrum · « **Reply #26 on:** August 17, 2007, 04:45:01 PM »

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I think this is more of what they had in mind

I wonder if the ejection seats have been tested thoroughly?

Masherbrum · « **Reply #27 on:** August 17, 2007, 04:47:01 PM »

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Yup, it is kinda comical when a little chicken hawk swaggers and struts.

shamus

Sikboy · « **Reply #28 on:** August 17, 2007, 05:57:27 PM »

Eh, it's good to see the Sovs have enough money to buy gas for these flights.

-Sik

Octavius · « **Reply #29 on:** August 17, 2007, 06:02:23 PM »

I'm sorry, but is this bull**** posturing supposed to scare the common citizen? No one benefits economically and no one seems to be aiming for desperation ... shake hands and squealing continue global commerce already.