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| − | The [[Mikoyan-Gurevich]] '''MiG-25''' "Foxbat" is a [[Soviet]] high-speed high-altitude interceptor which was probably designed to intercept the [[B-70 Valkyrie]]. It is fast--the fastest operational fighter in the world--but extremely unmaneuverable. | + | The [[Mikoyan-Gurevich]] '''MiG-25''' "Foxbat" is a [[Soviet]] high-speed high-altitude interceptor which was probably designed to intercept the [[B-70 Valkyrie]]. It is fast--the fastest operational fighter in the world--but extremely unmaneuverable. When first introduced, it caused great anxiety among [[NATO]] analysts, who initially over-estimated its capabilities. The need to counter the new fighter led to the development of the [[F-15 Eagle]]. |
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Revision as of 19:56, October 4, 2008
The Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-25 "Foxbat" is a Soviet high-speed high-altitude interceptor which was probably designed to intercept the B-70 Valkyrie. It is fast--the fastest operational fighter in the world--but extremely unmaneuverable. When first introduced, it caused great anxiety among NATO analysts, who initially over-estimated its capabilities. The need to counter the new fighter led to the development of the F-15 Eagle.
Western operators have discovered five versions:
The A is the first version.
The B is a reconnaissance version.
The C is a training version.
The D is a modified reconnaissance version.
The E is the current interceptor.
Design
The aircraft has a bubble canopy, and the wings are high on the fuselage. The twin engines are equipped with dual exhaust.