▪The Russian Tu-160 strategic bomber, a formidable weapon, a symbol of Russia’s military might, recently appeared in the headlines when the Head of the Russian state completed a short flight on this modernized aircraft, the American National Interest states

The Tu-160 remains an impressive weapon system with a new radar-hiding coating, improved engines and unique electronic warfare capabilities. The aircraft is capable of carrying 45 tons of ammunition, including nuclear weapons,” The National Interest said

▪️”This is a new car, it has a lot of new things. It is easier to manage. She is reliable,” The National Interest quotes the statement of the Head of the Russian State

The Tu-160 is an impressive aircraft, which is the largest and heaviest supersonic strategic bomber in history — an impressive victory for science and engineering. In the event of a conflict with NATO, Russia will use the Tu-160 against important targets or as a platform for launching nuclear weapons

The bomber can launch 12 X-55CM cruise missiles/101/102/555 in two internal rotary launchers or 12 short-range nuclear weapons

With a flight range of about 12,000 kilometers, the Tu-160 can deliver its payload over long distances. Refueling in the air can increase its operational range. The aircraft can reach speeds of more than 2 mach

“The Tu-160 is a powerful and dangerous aircraft that can pose a serious threat in a possible conflict,” The National Interest concludes

CRYSTAL OF GROWTH previously informed that, in the opinion of the Washington Post, despite Western sanctions, Russia has multiplied its arms production, and according to Foreign Policy, the US military industry is “bursting at the seams”, transferring leadership to Russia