Soviet reconnaissance aircraft R-5 is one of the most common modifications of this machine, designed by Soviet designers under the guidance of N.N. Polikarpov in the late 20s of XX century. The prototype of the aircraft was developed as a multi-purpose machine capable of performing a wide range of tasks depending on the tactical task. More than 5,000 vehicles of this type were in service with the Red Army air forces and were used as reconnaissance aircraft for the next decade.
Creation of the machine P-5 and serial production
The task assigned to the team of the OKB, headed by N. N. Polikarpov, was to create a simple and reliable machine on their own capable of performing a wide range of tactical tasks. The development of the project was completed in 1928, after which the prototype of the aircraft was handed over to the military for detailed study and testing. After eliminating a number of flaws, the design of the aircraft was recognized as suitable for subsequent operation. Since 1930, at Aviation Plant No. 31 in Taganrog, the serial production of a new car, which was produced in a large series, began. The car was produced as a reconnaissance aircraft R-5, an aircraft of direct support for infantry and cavalry R-5SH and an aircraft torpedo carrier R-5T.
In just 11 years from 1930 to 1941, about 6 thousand cars of various modifications were manufactured. The Red Army Air Force was armed with about 5,000 aircraft used to conduct reconnaissance actions and provide fire support for ground operations.
The main tactical and technical characteristics of the reconnaissance aircraft R-5 sample 1928 release
- Crew - 2 people.
- Take-off weight - 2.9-3.8 tons
- Length - 10.5 m, height, 2.63 m, wingspan - 15.15 / 12 m.
- Armament: 2x7.62 mm machine gun, two points of suspension.
- Piston engine.
- The maximum speed is 225-235 km / h.
- Practical ceiling - 6.4 km.
- Flight range - 800-1000 km.
The Soviet biplane R-5 was in service with the aviation units of the Red Army and Navy until 1941. The machine took part in all military operations of the 30s conducted by the army units of the Red Army. During the Great Patriotic War, the R-5 reconnaissance aircraft was used as a messenger and connected air vehicle.
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