Beriev Be-12 Tchaïka Mail
Summary
| Category | Other aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| First flight | 18 October 1960 |
| Year of introduction | 1960 |
| Number produced | 150 units |
Description
The Beriev Be-12 is a military amphibious aircraft developed in the Soviet Union during the 1960s. It was primarily designed for maritime purposes and is known for its versatility in various missions, including anti-submarine warfare, search and rescue, and maritime patrol. The aircraft features a twin-engine configuration and a high-wing design, allowing for improved stability during both water and aerial operations. Throughout its deployment, the Be-12 has been utilized by several countries, such as Russia, Ukraine, and China, further emphasizing its significance as a reliable maritime aircraft in international military operations.
Technical specifications
| Version: Be-12P-200 | |
|---|---|
| Operational range | 1500 km (932 mi) |
| Wingspan | 29.8 m (97.9 ft) |
| Height | 9.1 m (29.9 ft) |
| Length | 26.5 m (87.0 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 8000 m (26247 ft) |
| Empty weight | 25500 kg (56218 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 36000 kg (79366 lbs) |
| Climb rate | 9.5 m/s (31.2 ft/s) |
| Powerplant | 2 × turboprops Ivchenko-Progress AI-20D delivering 3810 kW |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Russia | 7 | |
|
Ukraine | 2 | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.
Photo of Be-12 Tchaïka Mail
Credits: Russian Ministry of Defence