How to spot it
A swing-wing bomber with large box intakes beside the cockpit and a tall swept fin.
Often confused with
Rockwell B-1 Lancer
The Tu-22M has big rectangular side intakes; the B-1 has engines in pods under the wing roots.
Tupolev Tu-22M vs Rockwell B-1 Lancer: side by sideDetails
| Maker | Tupolev |
|---|---|
| Type | Military aircraft |
| First flight | 1969 |
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