Plus four rockets under the wings: The Russian Federation modernizes TU-95MSM (photo)

Improvement will affect the load capacity of the bomber, which will now be able to carry eight rockets X-101 or X-102. However, this will probably be affected by the flight of the car, which was a kind of "highlight" of Tu-95. The air cosmic forces (PCS) of the Russian Federation began the modernization of the strategic bomber of TU-95 version of MSM. Improvement is to increase the combat capabilities of bombers by integration of four additional squeezed pylons to accommodate winged missiles.

About it reports Bulgarian Military with reference to the Russian media. Viewers write that earlier these bombers could carry a total of four winged X-101 or X-102 missiles with a regular or nuclear warhead. After the Tu-95MSM modernization, it will be able to carry two more rockets under each wing-that is, a total of eight above missiles. According to experts, the modernization of the old bomber in terms of capacity is related to the experience of war in Ukraine.

Meanwhile, it is unknown how the increase in load capacity will affect the Tu-95 flight range, which was actually a "highlight" He is able to perform distant strategic tasks without the need to refuel in the air. Now the actual Tu-95MSM flight range can vary depending on factors such as load, height and weather conditions. In some cases, the range can be reduced to ensure the safety and efficiency of the mission, experts have said.