The Tupolev TB-3 [b], OKB designation ANT-6, was a monoplane heavy bomber deployed by the Soviet Air Force in the 1930s and used during the early years of World War II. It was one of the world's first cantilever wing four-engine heavy bombers.

Feb 14, 2023 · The Tupolev TB-3 is a four-engine Soviet heavy developed in the late 1920s. It was the first all-metal, four-engine, monoplane bomber to enter service, and transformed the Soviet Air Force’s capabilities.

May 26, 2017 · Page details technical specifications, development, and operational history of the Tupolev TB-3 Four-Engine Heavy Bomber Aircraft including pictures.

Apr 24, 2020 · The TB-3 was a major type in the Winter War, and nearly all survivors were still in service when Hitler invaded, but by 1941 these noble aircraft – despite repeated updates and numerous interesting armament fits – were no longer modern enough for combat duty.

TB-3 bombers first saw combat during the Battle of Khalkhin Gol during the border wars against Japan, and then in the Winter War against Finland, both in 1939. They were officially made obsolete and withdrawn from service in the same year, 1939, but they were generally kept in serviceable condition.

Features the development history, photos, technical specification and line drawings of the Russia Tupolev TB-3 five-seat long-range bomber and transport aircraft. Also upload your photos, leave your comment and vote for your favorite aircraft.

Mar 18, 2015 · ANT-6 (TB-3), which became the continuation of TB-1, at the time of its release was the world's heaviest land plane. Four engines were placed along the leading edge of the wing two on each side. This alone testifies to the courage of Tupolev's constructive thought, based on scientific calculation.

The Heavy bomber TB-3 (ANT-6) was a four-engine all-metal cantilever monoplane with fixed landing gear and corrugated skin. The development began in 1925. In 1930, ANT-6 prototype aircraft...

It was the world's first cantilever wing four-engine heavy bomber. Despite obsolescence and being officially withdrawn from service in 1939, the TB-3 performed bomber and transport duties throughout much of World War II. The TB-3 also saw combat as …

The Tupolev TB-3 (Russian: Тяжёлый Бомбардировщик, Tyazholy Bombardirovschik, Heavy Bomber, civilian designation ANT-6) was a heavy bomber aircraft which was deployed by the Soviet Air Force in the 1930s and during World War II. It was the world's first cantilever wing four-engine heavy bomber. [1] .