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Beriev Be-12 Chaika

Beriev · ASW / SAR · USSR · Early Jet (1946–1969)

Beriev Be-12 Chaika — ASW / SAR
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The Beriev Be-12 Chayka is a Soviet turboprop-powered amphibious aircraft designed in the 1950s for anti-submarine and maritime patrol duties.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Flying Boat
Domain
Dual-Use
Era
Early Jet (1946–1969)
Country
USSR
Manufacturer
Beriev
Operator
USSR military
Primary Role
ASW / SAR
Status
In Service
Service Entry
1963
Produced
143
Propulsion
Turboprop
Engine
2x Ivchenko AI-20D turboprop
Thrust / Power
9,800 shp total
Launch
Water
Length (ft)
99
Wingspan (ft)
111
Empty Weight (lb)
47620
MTOW (lb)
64925
Endurance (hr)
12
Service Ceiling (ft)
37000
Range (mi)
2485
Max Speed (mph)
378
Armament
torpedoes; mines; depth charges