| Technical data | |
|---|---|
| Type | DVB-302, VM-23 |
| Function | Strategic bomber |
| Year | 1946 |
| Crew | 9 |
| Engines | 4*2300hp AM-46TK-2 |
| Wingspan | 43.5m |
| Empty Weight | 23,100kg |
| Loaded Weight | 34,000kg |
| Maximum Weight | 45,000kg |
| Power load (kg/hp) | 3.7/4.9 |
| Speed at 0m | - |
| Speed at | - |
| Range, normal | 1,700km |
| Range, maximum | 5,000km |
| Ceiling | 12,500m |
| Armament | |
| Guns | 12*20mm B-20 |
| Bombs | max 16,000kg |
DVB-302, VM-23 by V.M.Myasichev
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The advanced variant of DBV-202. The plane was to be fitted with new engines. Nose cabin was redesigned in order to improve view for pilots. One more gun turret added. Wing span increased.
Project was cancelled because it was decided to copy Boeing B-29.
References:
- "History of aircraft construction in the USSR", Vol.2 p.185-186;
- Air Fleet Herald (Vestnik vozdushnogo Flota) 1-1997, pp.46-47
- DVB-302 profile in Polsky
- DBV-302 at 'Novik'
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