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Boeing Bombers

Boeing has a large history in bomber production, cementing the backbone of the United States Air Force's strategic bombing fleet. From the classic B-52 Stratofortress, which has been in active service for decades, to the swing-wing B-1 Lancer originally developed by Rockwell International (now part of Boeing), these powerful aircraft define heavy payload delivery and long-range power projection.

B-52 Stratofortress

The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress is a long-range, subsonic, jet-powered strategic bomber. The B-52 has been operated by the United States Air Force since the 1950s. Capable of carrying up to 70,000 pounds of weapons, it remains a major player in global reach and endurance.

Specs
Engine type	8x Pratt & Whitney TF33-P-3/103 turbofans
Length	159 ft 4in / 48.5 m
Height	40 ft 8in / 12.4 m
Wingspan	185 ft 0in / 56.4 m
Combat Range	7,652 nm / 14,162 km

B-1 Lancer

The Rockwell B-1 Lancer is a supersonic variable-sweep wing, heavy bomber used by the United States Air Force. Nicknamed the "Bone," it carries the largest conventional payload of both guided and unguided weapons in the Air Force inventory and can execute high-speed, terrain-following penetration missions.

Specs
Engine type	4x General Electric F101-GE-102 augmented turbofans
Length	146 ft / 44.5 m
Height	34 ft / 10.4 m
Wingspan	137 ft / 41.8 m (swept: 79 ft / 24 m)
Combat Range	5,100 nm / 9,400 km

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