Tupolev ANT-25
As the Soviet Union
emerged into the modern world, it took notice of the publicity gained by record-setting
events, especially in aviation. When it was discovered that the existing distance
record, then held by France, could be easily beaten, the Tupolev Design Bureau
was asked to develop a record-setting aircraft. The resulting ANT-25, designed
by Pavel Sukhoi (who later would create his own successful design bureau), went
on to set many distance records including a nonstop 62-hour and 17-minute over-the-pole
flight from Moscow to Vancouver, Washington in July 1937. Several ANT-25s were
completed, including some dedicated military versions produced with the BOK name.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Country: Russia
Manufacturer: Tupolev Design Bureau
Designation: ANT-25
Type: Distance Record
Service Dates: 1933 to 1937
Length: 43'-11.5"
Wingspan: 111'-7"
Height: 14'-2"
Empty Weight: 8,157 lbs
Gross Weight: 25,353 lbs
Maximum Speed: 132 mph
Maximum Range: 10,000 miles
Maximum Altitude: 50,000+ ft
Number of Crew: 3
Engine Type: Reciprocating
Engine Manufacturer: Mikulin
Engine Designation: M-34 x 1
Engine Horsepower: 750 hp