The Myasishchev M-60 was a Soviet design for a nuclear-powered bomber. The design was similar to the M-50 bomber prototype.
Myasishchev received the instruction to start the development of the M-60 on 19 May 1955. However, it did not make it out of the planning stage, and the M-60 program was cancelled in 1959.
It appears that the M-60 designation has been used for a number of projects at Myasishchev, including a recent transport and civil aircraft.
Role: Strategic Bomber / Flying Atomic Laboratory
Crew: 2 (housed in a massive 60-ton lead-shielded capsule for radiation protection)
Propulsion: 4 x Lulka nuclear-powered turbojets
Alternative setup: 2 nuclear engines for cruise and 2 conventional chemical turbojets for takeoff/landing
Performance (Estimated):
Max Speed: Mach 2 (approx. 2,000+ km/h)
Range: 25,000 km
Service Ceiling: 16,500 â 20,000 m
Dimensions:
Length: ~59.5 m (195 ft)
Wingspan: ~24 m (78 ft)
Take-off Weight: ~136,000 kg (300,000 lbs)