Category: Aircraft
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Sukhoi Su-5
Sukhoi Su-5 The Sukhoi Su-5 originated in Jan 1944 when Sukhoi’s OKB began the design of a mixed-power interceptor. Driven by the appearance of the German Me 262, Soviet planners sought interim high-speed fighters. Sukhoi designed the I-107 using a proven Klimov M-107A V‑12 (1650 hp) piston engine plus a VRDK compressor by K. Kholshchevnikov as a booster.… Read more
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Nakajima A6M2-N Rufe
Nakajima A6M2-N Rufe The Nakajima A6M2-N Rufe was a single-seat floatplane interceptor developed as a stopgap to protect remote island bases and amphibious forces while purpose-built float fighters were pending. It was essentially a Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero (Model 11) modified with a central float and wingtip stabilizer floats. First flown on 7 Dec 1941, it entered service… Read more
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Tupolev Tu-12 Experimental Soviet Bomber
Tupolev Tu-12 The Tupolev Tu-12 was an experimental bomber developed by the Soviet Union to familiarize designers and aircrew with jet powered bombers. To speed development, it was based on the piston engined Tu-2 medium bomber. Power was provided by two imported British Rolls-Royce Nene jet engines. In addition to the prototype, five production aircraft were built… Read more