Panavia Tornado GR4
Specs, top speed, range and facts
The Panavia Tornado GR4 is a swing-wing strike aircraft built by Panavia in Europe. It first flew in 1974 and entered service in 1979. Fly very fast and very low to strike targets, with wings that swing to suit the speed.
- Top speed2,400 km/h (1,491 mph)
- Range3,890 km (2,417 miles)
- First flight1974
- Wingspan13.9 m (46 ft)
Panavia Tornado GR4 specs
| Top speed | 2,400 km/h (1,491 mph) · Mach 2.26 |
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| Range | 3,890 km (2,417 miles) |
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| Service ceiling | 15,240 m (50,000 ft) |
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| Length | 16.7 m (55 ft) |
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| Wingspan | 13.9 m (46 ft) |
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| Height | 6 m (20 ft) |
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| Max takeoff weight | 28 t (61,729 lb) |
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| Crew and capacity | 2 crew |
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| Engines | 2 × Turbo-Union RB199 turbofan |
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| First flight | 1974 |
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| Entered service | 1979 |
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| Built by | Panavia (Europe) |
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Panavia Tornado GR4 facts
- Its wings swing forward for slow flying and back for high speed.
- It was built together by the United Kingdom, Germany and Italy.
Quick quiz
When did the Panavia Tornado GR4 first fly?
In 1974.
Who built the Panavia Tornado GR4?
Panavia, in Europe.
How fast can the Panavia Tornado GR4 fly?
Its top speed is 2,400 km/h (1,491 mph) · Mach 2.26.
How far can the Panavia Tornado GR4 fly?
About 3,890 km (2,417 miles).
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