B-52 Stratofortress
Specs, top speed, range and facts
The B-52 Stratofortress is a long-range strategic bomber built by Boeing in the USA. It first flew in 1952 and entered service in 1955. A huge, simple long-range bomber, upgraded so many times it is planned to serve for about a century.
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- Top speed1,047 km/h (651 mph)
- Range14,080 km (8,749 miles)
- First flight1952
- Wingspan56.4 m (185 ft)
B-52 Stratofortress specs
| Top speed | 1,047 km/h (651 mph) · Mach 0.99 |
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| Range | 14,080 km (8,749 miles) |
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| Service ceiling | 15,151 m (49,708 ft) |
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| Length | 48.5 m (159 ft) |
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| Wingspan | 56.4 m (185 ft) |
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| Height | 12.4 m (41 ft) |
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| Max takeoff weight | 220 t (485,012 lb) |
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| Empty weight | 83 t (183,643 lb) |
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| Crew and capacity | 5 crew |
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| Engines | 8 × TF33 turbofan |
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| First flight | 1952 |
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| Entered service | 1955 |
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| Built by | Boeing (USA) |
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B-52 Stratofortress facts
- First flew in 1952 and is expected to keep flying into the 2050s.
- Its eight engines hang in four pairs under the wings.
Quick quiz
When did the B-52 Stratofortress first fly?
In 1952.
Who built the B-52 Stratofortress?
Boeing, in the USA.
How fast can the B-52 Stratofortress fly?
Its top speed is 1,047 km/h (651 mph) · Mach 0.99.
How far can the B-52 Stratofortress fly?
About 14,080 km (8,749 miles).
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