WeaponSpecs

Bomber

WeaponSpecs tracks 9 bomber models from 3 countries, including the B-1B Lancer, B-52H Stratofortress, Tu-160. Compare any of them side by side on speed, range, firepower, protection and public unit cost, or use the Decision Advisor to rank them against your own mission priorities.

Frequently asked questions

How many bomber systems are there? +

WeaponSpecs tracks 9 bomber systems with full, filterable specifications you can compare side by side.

Which bomber is the fastest? +

The Tupolev Tu-22M3 is the fastest bomber we track, at 2,300 km/h.

Which bomber has the longest range? +

The Tupolev Tu-95MS has the longest range among the bomber systems in our database, at 15,000 km.

Which bomber carries the largest payload? +

The Tupolev Tu-160 carries the largest weapons payload among the bomber systems we track, at 40,000 kg.

How much do bomber systems cost? +

Public unit-cost figures for bomber systems are approximations at best, defense pricing depends on contract terms, offsets and configuration. Use the compare tool to see the public figures we do have side by side.