Beriev R-1 - flying boat

Beriev R-1
1952

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Beriev R-1

The first jet-propelled flying boat built in the USSR. The R-1 was first flown on 30 May 1952 by I M Sukhomlin. Only one prototype built.

Beriev R-1

Specification

ENGINE	2 x VK-1, 2700kg each
WEIGHTS
Take-off weight	20000 kg	44093 lb
DIMENSIONS
Wingspan	20.0 m	65 ft 7 in
Length	19.8 m	64 ft 12 in
Height	7.1 m	23 ft 4 in
Wing area	58.0 m²	624.31 sq ft
PERFORMANCE
Max. speed	800 km/h	497 mph
Ceiling	11500 m	37750 ft

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Beriev R-1

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