Yak-28R, A.S.Yakovlev (Brewer-D)

28k Yak-28R at Khodynka museum (Moscow), photo by Paul Nann, see more at his Site

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econnaissance member of the Yak-28 family. Dedicated multi-sensor platform with bomb bay containing optical cameras and other sensors, including SLAR. Extensive swept-cut nose glazing is another distinctive feature.
Developments/Modifications :
  • Yak-28PP 'Brewer-E' - ECM (Electronic Warfare) modification;
    References :
  • Aviatsia i Kosmonavtika (Aviation and Kosmonautics) magazine, 3/4 1992
  • "Russian aircraft since 1940" by Jean Alexander, p.477-482;
    More links...
  • YAK-28R Brewer E
  • Yak-28, Yakovlev
  • Yak-28 Brewer at Directorate of Training Management(!)
    		• Technical data
    Type Yak-28R
    Function Reconnaissater
    Year 1963
    Crew 2
    Engines 2*5950kg R-11AF2-300
    Length 20.36m
    Wingspan -
    Wing area -
    Empty weight -
    Loaded weight 16725kg
    Overload weight 17645kg
    Wing load -
    Trust-to-Weight 0.71
    Maximum Speed 1805km/h
    Takeoff Roll 1230m
    Transfer Range2680km
    Ceiling 15650m
    Armament
    Guns 1*g23mm
    Modified January 13, 1998
    by Alexandre Savine
    and Sergey Andreev;    		 Back to
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