Italeri Tu-22M3 Backfire C

Italeri’s Tu-22M3 Backfire C highlights the distinctive Cold War Tupolev strategic bomber. Developed in the late 1960s and entering service in the 1970s, the Tu-22M series became a recognisable symbol of Soviet long-range air power. This HC-1440 edition focuses on the Tu-22M3 “Backfire C” variant.

Key Aircraft Highlights

• Twin-engine strategic bomber with variable-geometry wings
• Capable of deploying both nuclear and conventional weapons
• Two powerful tail-mounted engines enabling speeds up to Mach 1.9
• Specialised in conventional anti-ship strike roles
• Entered Soviet Air Force service in the 1970s; later used by the Russian Air Force
• Subsequent upgrades included avionics and propulsion improvements

Iconic for its distinctive design and performance, the Tu-22M3 “Backfire C” posed a formidable challenge to NATO air defences and continues to be associated with long-range strike roles. Italeri Tu-22M3 Backfire C (part number HC-1440) presents a compelling subject for enthusiasts of Cold War and modern Russian aviation.